On April 3, 1981, after the parties in an automobile accident case had rested and the jury was deliberating, counsel appeared on the record before the trial court to announce that a partial settlement had been reached. Codefendant Billa's attorney offered "in full settlement of all pending claims" $45,000 out of a $50,000 insurance policy. Counsel for plaintiff advised on the record that he had discussed the partial offer of settlement with his client and recommended that...
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