If the parties cannot agree on mediator, the court will appoint one. All named parties must attend the mediation sessions, or hire an attorney with settlement authority to attend on their behalf. The report informs the court of attendance, settlement, or scope of dispute and status of settlement negotiations in the interest of reducing the time and expense of trial preparation. All statements made by any named party, attorney, or expert witness is to be privileged, and may not be construed as an admission of counter-interest or be referenced in court in trial of the case or other litigation.
D.C. Medical Malpractice Mediation Requirements Explained
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