As a general rule, judges who are scheduled to have a case tried before them:
A) are not allowed to pressure the parties to come to a settlement
B) may not allow a settlement once discovery is completed
C) may strongly encourage the parties to settle and not have a trial
D) may rule in favor of a party that refuses to agree to a settlement before trial
E) none of the other choices

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Judges may strongly encourage parties to settle and not have a trial as settlement is considered to be a less expensive and less time-consuming option compared to going to trial. However, judges should not pressure parties to settle as it is ultimately their decision whether or not they wish to settle. Also, judges should remain impartial and not rule in favor of a party that refuses to agree to a settlement. Therefore, options A, B, and D are all incorrect.

As a General Rule, Judges Who Are Scheduled to Have