Case Search - Public. When any cause pending in the Complex Litigation.Unit is settled, all attorneys or pro se parties must notify the presiding judge within twenty-four. Only use the term "without prejudice" when commenting upon, communicating or responding to a settlement proposal or offer. This letter can be marked without prejudice. Unless otherwise specified in a notice of stipulation, a voluntary dismissal is without prejudice and does not operate as an adjudication on the merits. This article will make the process of responding to a debt lawsuit a little bit easier and tell you how to answer a summons for debt collection in Florida. This settlement agreement is a full, final, and complete resolution of all claims alleged in the United States' complaint. The without prejudice rule gives parties to a dispute protection while they are discussing settlement through negotiation.