Requests for remote appearances must be filed with a courtesy copy to chambers at least one week prior to the hearing date. The request should state the basis for good cause and indicate that counsel have met and conferred with opposing counsel consistent with Local Rule 7-3. Untimely requests will not be considered.
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``This is effectively shorthand for saying: 'whilst I am trying to reach a settlement with you, I'm not admitting any part of the case or conceding or waiving any arguments or rights - so, my offers to achieve a commercial deal are without prejudice to my primary position that I'm right and you're wrong'.
Comply with Local Rule 3116, which provides that a written response to any OSC be filed with the Court at least 5 days in advance of the hearing (although the Court encourages filing any response at least 10 days in advance of the OSC where possible).
This rule is essentially forcing parties to try to settle issues in their case before going to trial. If Local Rule 5153 is not complied with, the Court will not allow your case to go forward until these procedures are met.
Any party choosing to appear remotely at a hearing governed by (B), other than an applicant or moving party, must provide notice of their intent to appear remotely to the court and all other parties that have appeared in the action, no later than p.m. on the court day before the proceeding.
: preconceived judgment or opinion. c. : an instance of such opinion or judgment. 2. : injury or damage resulting from some judgment or action of another in disregard of one's rights.
What is a 'without prejudice offer'? A 'without prejudice offer' is when an insurer offers to settle a claim without formally accepting liability for your injury or illness. A without prejudice offer signals a willingness to co-operate and reach a financial settlement without further legal proceedings.
My client accepts the formal apology without prejudice to any further legal action she may decide to take. We asked for the motion to be withdrawn without prejudice to it being renewed at a future date.
In the context of mediation, “without prejudice” means that the parties are able to propose and explore possible solutions to the dispute under consideration without having to worry that their discussions will in some way be regarded as an admission should the parties not reach an agreement.