What are the three reasons that out-of-court settlement agreements are usually sealed?
What will be an ideal response?
(1) Defendants seek confidentiality to avoid disclosure of sensitive or damaging information. (2) Plaintiffs agree to them to get higher settlements. (3) Judges think this encourages out-of-court settlements, which relieve pressure on the courts.
You might also like to view...
Private group presentations are one of the four types of public
group presentations. Indicate whether the statement is true or false
When people listen attentively to one another, the speaker is more likely to
a. feel awkward and shy. b. question himself/herself based on extra attention. c. speak coherently. d. disagree with the listener.
It is not necessary to pinpoint the perfect topic right at the
beginning of the brainstorming process. Indicate whether the statement is true or false
Nora has found an interesting quote on a website that she wants to use in a speech, but the author is not listed. Because the material came from a website, Nora's best course of action is to
A. avoid using the material. B. search the page for contact information indicating whom to cite as the source. C. use the material without citing the original source. D. revise the material into her own words so there is no need to cite the original source.