It is not improper. They can certainly contest but you may still win.

Exchange the payment for an executed satisfaction of judgment to file. You may also want to get a full release.

You may have a case. Medical malpractice means that a doctor violated the standard of care. A bad outcome is not enough. Another doctor would...

Yes, your children have no legal claim to this information.

You can submit the evidence, including the prior evidence, at the trial. Have it all well organized.

It depends if it is for a motion or a trial. For a motion it is the time in which the response is required. For trial, it depends on the...

Any lawsuit would probably not be successful, but consult with a civil litigation attorney in your state. Many offer a free consultation--use the...

Check the court's process for getting a case set for trial. It might be filing something like an "at issue memorandum."

Consult with a legal malpractice in your city.

There is not likely a lawsuit against you.