A self-represented plaintiff sought to set aside a settlement agreement dated March 14, 2024, whereby the defendants agreed to pay $100,000 to settle her wrongful dismissal and tort claims.
The plaintiff argued the settlement should be rescinded on grounds of lack of legal counsel, coercion, fraud and misrepresentation, breach by the defendants, and discretionary grounds.
The court found the settlement was valid and binding, that the plaintiff had adequate opportunity to seek legal advice, that no duress or illegitimate pressure was exerted, that alleged misrepresentations were not material or relied upon, and that any alleged breaches were de minimis.
The court also found the plaintiff's motion was brought with unreasonable delay.
The motion was dismissed.
