Following a global private mediation resolving claims arising from a motor vehicle accident, the plaintiff executed Minutes of Settlement and full and final releases settling long‑term disability and tort claims with two insurers.
Several weeks later the plaintiff attempted to resile from the settlements, asserting she had been fatigued, in pain, and under stress during mediation.
The insurers moved for judgment enforcing the settlements.
The court held that a change of heart or “buyer’s remorse” is not a valid basis to set aside a settlement and found no evidence of duress, incapacity, lack of authority, or unconscionability.
The settlements were therefore enforced and judgment granted in accordance with their terms.
