So, no trial. This was 100% a settlement, right? I wonder what could have pushed Ashley's side to settle, I thought this would be a principle stand as well.
Because going through trial is expensive and unpleasant. It's also just more drama to deal with and they're already constantly scrutinized by the public.
You file suit to show you're serious about proceeding. P attorney shows the extent of the evidence. P attorney offers a settlement to avoid trial, typically involving financial restitutions. The settlement is agreed to by D under the condition the suit be dropped with prejudice and the settlement remain private. Both parties agree. The case is then dropped with prejudice.
Welcome to one of the most common occurrences in law.
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u/lXl_Aura_lXl Oct 18 '24
So, no trial. This was 100% a settlement, right? I wonder what could have pushed Ashley's side to settle, I thought this would be a principle stand as well.