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How Enforceable are Unsigned Settlement Agreements?

2026-07-06T13:50:05-04:00

Clients and lawyers often ask whether a settlement is enforceable if not signed by both parties. The Florida Third District Court of Appeal recently considered the issue of whether an agreement signed by only one party was enforceable.  See Adonel v. Furshman, 2026 WL 1810899 (Fla. 3rd DCA 2026) (not yet released for publication so [...]

How Enforceable are Unsigned Settlement Agreements?2026-07-06T13:50:05-04:00

Heads I Win, Tails You Lose

2026-04-24T15:02:45-04:00

 Mediation is a process of give and take. If your goal is to reach a mutually beneficial settlement, be prepared to bend. A “heads I win, tails you lose” approach is counterproductive. Starting with a reasonable position—rather than one that sets a negative tone from the outset—helps avoid an uphill battle toward resolution. When parties approach mediation thoughtfully and realistically, the process has [...]

Heads I Win, Tails You Lose2026-04-24T15:02:45-04:00
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