If my mother signed a settlement agreement today in a mediation on a personal injury but later had second thoughts and changed her mind, does she have any options?
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If my mother signed a settlement agreement today in a mediation on a personal injury but later had second thoughts and changed her mind, does she have any options?
This happened today.
Asked on February 21, 2013 under Personal Injury, Massachusetts
Answers:
Henry Lebensbaum / Law Office of Henry Lebensbaum
Answered 11 years ago | Contributor
Usually these agreements are enforceable. Mediation in itself is just to see if a joint agreement could be reached. it is not binding. Unless, did she sign for binding arbitration?
If you have an attorney, speak to this person. If you do not have an attorney, speak to one.
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