Settlement & Negotiation
Mary Carter Agreement
A settlement agreement where one defendant settles but remains in the lawsuit, with their payment reduced based on recovery from other defendants.
In Personal Injury Cases
These controversial agreements can create conflicts of interest. Many jurisdictions require disclosure to the jury.
Related Legal Terms
Next research paths
Where to go after reading this definition
Settlement calculatorUse this when the term affects damages, medical bills, wage loss, or case value.Personal injury FAQUse question-led answers when the term raises a practical insurance, deadline, or treatment question.Legal review processReview how legal definitions and resource pages are checked before they are published.
More Settlement & Negotiation Terms
Need Help Understanding This Term?
Hurt Advice intake can help organize your question about mary carter agreement for possible independent attorney review.
Free Intake ReviewQuick Facts
- CategorySettlement & Negotiation
- Related Terms3
Questions About Mary Carter Agreement?
Get a case-routing review from participating personal injury attorneys.
Call Now: (818) 482-2260