Katrina has sued Bensam Inc, her former employer, for unfairly firing her from her job. The company denies that it has done anything wrong. The parties have exchanged pleadings and are now preparing to participate in a pre- trial conference. That means that they will meet with a mediator, rather than a judge, for the purpose of discussing their case and possibly reaching a settlement.

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A pre-trial conference typically involves a meeting with a judge, not a mediator, to discuss the case and prepare for trial, although settlement discussions can occur. Mediation is a separate process focused solely on settlement.

Katrina Has Sued Bensam Inc, Her Former Employer, for Unfairly