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 case planning conference.The trial is less than one month away.This means that they will necessarily meet with a mediator, rather than a judge, at the pre-trial case planning conference for the purpose of discussing their case and possibly reaching a settlement.

Question

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

It is not necessarily true that the parties will meet with a mediator at the pre-trial case planning conference. Mediation may be an option, but it is not mandatory. The parties may also discuss other case management issues and prepare for trial.

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