Common use of Managing Settlement Negotiations Clause in Contracts

Managing Settlement Negotiations. The primary responsibility for directing and managing litigation strategy rests with Citizens. Citizens may handle settlement negotiations directly with opposing counsel. In such situations, the Litigation Specialist will notify the Firm of the intent to enter into direct negotiations in order to avoid confusion or contradictory communications to opposing counsel. Further, in such situations in Third Party Matters the Litigation Specialist will keep the Firm apprised of all negotiations with the expectation that the Firm will inform, consult with, and advise the insured on the settlement negotiations.

Managing Settlement Negotiations. The primary responsibility for directing and managing litigation strategy rests with Citizens. Citizens may handle settlement negotiations directly with opposing counsel. In such situations, the Litigation Specialist will notify the Firm of the intent to enter into direct negotiations in order to avoid confusion or contradictory communications to opposing counsel. Further, in such situations in Third Party Third-party Matters the Litigation Specialist will keep the Firm apprised of all negotiations with the expectation that the Firm will inform, consult with, and advise the insured on the settlement negotiations.