Offer to settle
A proposal made to resolve a dispute on stated terms before or during court proceedings.
Definition
An offer to settle can affect negotiation strategy, costs exposure, payment terms, confidentiality, admissions, enforcement, and whether the agreement should be made an order of court. The practical review should check the offer wording, without-prejudice status, acceptance deadline, authority, amount, costs, interest, payment dates, release wording, and consequences if the offer is accepted or rejected.
Key takeaways
A proposal made to resolve a dispute on stated terms before or during court proceedings.
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Settlement negotiation
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What does Offer to settle mean?
A proposal made to resolve a dispute on stated terms before or during court proceedings.
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