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.

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The statement is incorrect. The parties are not necessarily required to meet with a mediator at the pre-trial case planning conference. It depends on the court rules and the preferences of the parties. In some cases, they may meet with a judge, a magistrate, or a mediator at this stage.

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