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Contracts/agreements that remove or end judicial proceedings.

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How do I determine if a class action settlement offer is legitimate?

I recently received an email from Halvorson regarding the lawsuit with Talentbin that I'm entitled to a settlement. I have to submit a claim or if I want to exclude myself I also have to write a letter to them. However, I don't know if this is a…
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What is the purpose of a settlement agreement including a clause that it was signed, "voluntarily and without any duress whatsoever?"

If a settlement agreement includes a clause that it was signed, "voluntarily and without any duress whatsoever": If a person signing the settlement agreement done so voluntarily and without any duress whatsoever, I cannot see a reason they would…
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Is there a rule of thumb for determining the amount one should accept for a settlement offer in the U.S.?

For this question let's use the amount of $200,000 owed to the plaintiff by the defendant in a breach of contract dispute. Is there a rule of thumb for calculating how much you should accept in a settlement? Some factors: The monies owed are for…
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Is a person free to say anything before signing an NDA?

Lots of settlement agreements contain non-disclosure agreements (NDAs) and non-disparagement agreements. In theory, could the creditor say/post anything they like about the debtor with no repercussions before agreeing to the settlement? If the…
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In what way are Jewish settlements illegal?

I don’t really know what they refer to on the ground, only that they are spoken of very controversially and often called illegal. But my understanding is basically that Zionist Jews who believe that no land should have ever been conceded to the…
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Can a UK retailer refuse full settlement of debt by a third party?

A person who is hospitalised and unconscious receives an outstanding invoice (of small value, say less than £50) from a UK postal retailer. A friend picks up the invoice, calls the retailer, explains the situation, and offers to settle the invoice…
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Can one apply to be a Hooters Girl for a free settlement?

As per discussion at Is it legal to let people search for professionals by gender?, it was mentioned that customer satisfaction and preferences alone do not justify a Bona Fide Occupational Qualifications defence to a discrimination claim. Diaz v.…
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Can I disclose terms of a settlement when I don't accept it?

I've been involved in a Mass Tort lawsuit against a drug company for several years. Recently, a confidential settlement agreement was reached between the law firm representing me and the drug company. I don't intend to agree to the settlement…
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Class Action - which options I have?

This is regarding to my question: Is this apparent Class Action settlement a spam message? From answers I understood that it isn't a spam. But what options I have? They offer only two: file a claim You will only receive a benefit if you file a…
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Legally, in the U.S. (NY, NJ, FLA), what determines the difference between a THREAT and NEGOTIATING, for either side?

I have been told that lawyers who are "negotiating" a settlement (or similar) have quite a bit of leeway when doing so as far as not being legally held to certain things they may say or offer during the "negotiation." What draws the line legally for…
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How are emotional distress damages quantified?

In TV lawsuits, it's common for the plaintiff to request large amounts of money for emotional distress not caused by physical harm. What actual guidelines can be used in California for evaluating the amount of damages a plaintiff should aim to…
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What are the similarities and differences between civil settlements and criminal plea deals?

Except for the type of cases in which they are used, settlements and plea deals seem quite similar. In both cases, the two parties reach an agreement, and they avoid the cost and inconvenience of a trial. What are the similarities and differences?…
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Why is it common for settlment agreements to be confidential?

I've noticed a lot of settlement agreements have confidentiality clauses, stating that the terms and facts of the settlement agreement can't be disclosed. Why would someone want to do this? It seems overall unfair in the sense that if someone else…
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Could I apply for a job at Hooters with the intent of suing for a settlement when they don't hire me?

The highest ranked answer to a previous question states that BFOQ exceptions (probably) would not be a sufficient argument for allowing Hooters to discriminate against a protected group. In fact the same answer points out that hooters has settled…
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Can a lawyer file for a divorce 14 years after finalizing the divorce in an other country?

I am a Canadian, living in California, divorced my ex-husband in 2003. According to the settlement signed in California, the family home in Canada was transferred to me. At the time of divorce his employer filed an embezzlement case against him and…
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