Post-judgment discovery is appropriate as long as the judgment is enforceable.” The Court found that Florida judgments have a twenty year life during which those judgments are enforceable.
A consent judgment is a settlement between two parties meant to end a dispute. In the insurance industry, consent judgments include an admission of the insured's liability, along with a covenant for the claimant: they agree not to execute or collect against the insured defendant.
Unlike some states, Florida does not allow for a consent judgment, which is a judgment by agreement without any court involvement. However, in Florida, a settlement agreement in a lawsuit can provide as a default that a judgment will be entered with little formal proceedings if one party fails to perform.
Gather evidence: To have a chance at successfully overturning the agreement, you will need strong evidence to support your claims. This may include documentation, emails, text messages, or witness testimonies that prove fraud, misrepresentation, or coercion.
If the settlement occurs before a lawsuit is commenced, approval of a judge has to be sought by an application in writing. Otherwise, court approval is sought by a motion made in writing. Court approval is not a “rubber stamp”. Most judges undertake a detailed review of the motion materials.
It is basically an order or judgment based on a settlement or agreement of parties. In practice, normally, a consent judgment is entered after a successful mediation.
Key components of a settlement agreement Parties involved: Clearly outline who's part of the agreement. Background information: Give context about the dispute, including past interactions or agreements. Settlement amount: Specify any monetary payment involved. Payment terms: Detail how and when the payment will be made.