Settlement Legal Terms
Settlement and negotiation terminology covering demand letters, mediation, structured settlements, and case resolution strategies.
9 terms in this category
Demand Package
A comprehensive package of evidence, documentation, and legal arguments assembled by the plaintiff's attorney to support their settlement demand.
General Release
A broad legal document in which the plaintiff waives all claims, known and unknown, against a party in connection with an incident or dispute.
Good Faith Settlement
A settlement reached between the plaintiff and one of multiple defendants that is made in good faith and reflects a reasonable estimate of that defendant's proportional liability.
High-Low Agreement
A binding agreement between the plaintiff and defendant that sets a guaranteed minimum (floor) and maximum (ceiling) on the damages award regardless of the jury's verdict.
Liability Dispute
A disagreement between parties about who is legally at fault for causing an accident, injury, or other harm.
Release of Claims
A legal document signed by the plaintiff that releases the defendant from any further liability related to the incident in exchange for a settlement payment.
Settlement Brochure
A professionally prepared document that presents the plaintiff's case in a compelling narrative format, including evidence, medical history, damages, and a requested settlement amount.
Settlement Conference
A court-directed meeting between the parties, their attorneys, and often a judge or magistrate to discuss settling the case before trial.
Settlement Demand
A written demand from the plaintiff to the defendant or their insurance company requesting a specific amount of compensation to resolve a personal injury claim.
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