Antelope, CA asked in Contracts, Employment Law, Personal Injury and Business Law for California

Q: Pro Per, co-d former Employer, I have wrongful term complaint, can they release me in a settlement agreement?

My employer attempted to settle, far too little, I rejected and was waiting for rest. Not a class action. I am Pro Per in this. I prepped for deposition and mandatory settlement conf, only to find out on the day of that they've entered into a settlement agreement.

I was advised by the settlement clerk to reach out to Plaintiffs counsel, he apologized stating he assumed I was now talking to my former employer. He and I had conversations regarding my defense and he knew I had a case, I corrected his assumptions and have not heard anything since.

I reached out to my former employers counsel, who's office informed me she'll explain when she returns from vacation in a week how they were able to include me. They stated they are working in getting the signatures now.

Should I be signing something? Consenting?

$25,000,000 civil suit, where I was defamed, clearly to get a settlement. Is there a maliscious prosecution case? Plaintiff counsel told me and my EEesq he didn't want me.

1 Lawyer Answer
Ali Shahrestani,
Ali Shahrestani,
Answered
  • New York, NY
  • Licensed in California

A: Is this a class action suit? You do not have to agree to a settlement, as that is your choice whether to do so or not. Your lawyer cannot settle without your approval. More details are necessary to provide a professional analysis of your issue. The best first step is an Initial Consultation with an Attorney. You can read more about me, my credentials, awards, honors, testimonials, and media appearances/ publications on my law practice website. I practice law in CA, NY, MA, and DC in the following areas of law: Business & Contracts, Criminal Defense, Divorce & Child Custody, and Education Law. This answer does not constitute legal advice; make any predictions, guarantees, or warranties; or create any Attorney-Client relationship.

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