Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni Did Not Settle - How Do You Settle a Civil Case?
February 12, 2026
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Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni had a settlement conference but did not settle their case. Can they ever? In this episode of 'So Sue Me', Rich Schoenstein discusses settlements in civil litigation, using the Lively and Baldoni case as a backdrop. He explains the reasons why most civil cases settle before reaching trial, the processes involved in reaching a settlement, and the various outcomes that can arise from settlement discussions. Rich emphasizes the importance of having a strategy for both settlement and trial, highlighting that the uncertainty of trial outcomes often drives parties to seek resolution through negotiation.
Takeaways
The vast majority of civil cases never make it to trial.
Settlement conferences are private, confidential, and not binding.
A magistrate judge facilitates settlement discussions in federal court.
Settlement can be prompted by uncertainty, cost, and time.
Parties can negotiate directly or through a mediator.
Different outcomes can arise from settlement discussions.
It's essential to have a strategy for both settlement and trial.
Settlement discussions can happen at various stages of litigation.
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settlement, civil litigation, court, mediation, trial, Blake Lively, Justin Baldoni, legal process, federal court, negotiation
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