If a civil lawsuit settles out of court through private mediation can the pre-trial documents be sealed or expunged?

I am not sure about the rules in California, but in Florida, a new Rule of Judicial Administration has now specified what categories of court...

Is there any recourse if harass/discrim suit settled in 2005 was based on employer producing fabricated docs during arbitration?

Generally, arbitration decisions are quite difficult to overturn, but depending on the jurisdiction and circumstances, may sometimes be challenged...

Does Fl law allow dentists who have professional malpractice insurance "right to consent" or veto settlements in mediation?

The parties' right to self-determination is paramount. If both parties attended in good faith with full settlement authority, such an impasse is...

What is the benefit of mediation if one party can simply reneg an agreement without consequences? What's the next step?

In Florida, the law of contract governs. However, recent case law here in the 4th District has suggested that a signed agreement by all parties...

Hi I have a arbitration case

Depending on your state law, the grounds for appeal of an arbitration award are likely very few, absent fraud or if the arbitrator disregarded...

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Mediation -Scheduling

Yes, the scheduling is usually flexible as long as it meets the court's deadline.