All parties are formally notified of the legal action.

A final written judgment or order is issued, which often includes the reasoning behind the decision. Adjudication vs. Mediation

Government agencies (like the SSA or IRS) use administrative law judges to resolve disputes regarding benefits, taxes, or licensing.

At its heart, adjudication is about . It moves a conflict from a state of uncertainty to a legally recognized conclusion. This process typically involves:

The standard court process where a judge or jury resolves criminal or civil cases.

Deciding the legal obligations or entitlements of the parties involved. Common Contexts

Private arbitrators act as adjudicators to settle commercial or labor disputes outside of the public court system.

Reviewing testimony, documents, and physical evidence to determine what actually happened.