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What is a pretrial conference
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a conference between the judge and the parties attorny's
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Why do we have pretrial conferences
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to look at scheduling
to discuss legal issues to see if the case can be settled to see if we are ready for trial to see if discovery completed |
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What is arbitration
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Alternative Dispute Resolution method
Formal hearing Usually by retired judges |
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What is mediation
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Alternative Dispute Resolution method
Less formal Doesn't have to be a lawyer - neutral 3rd party mutally agreed upon |
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What is a settlement agreement
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An agreement between 2 parties to resolve a lawsuit without having a trial
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What is a consent judgment
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a document in which the attorneys for the parties state the terms to which they agree and the judge signs
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What is an offer of judgement
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the defending party allows and agrees to an entry of judgement against him in a certain amount
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