Early neutral evaluation

{
  "id": "MLC-T-ENV-008800",
  "term": "Early neutral evaluation",
  "field": "Environment",
  "term_source": "Early Neutral Evaluation",
  "definition": "A process in which the parties summarize their case to an impartial \"evaluator\" who gives an opinion regarding the probable outcome if the case were litigated and renders a non-binding award as to the settlement value of the case. Case evaluation is used to encourage settlement and is particularly useful in resolving issues as to damages, when liability is not hotly contested.",
  "subject": "Enforcement and compliance",
  "references": [
    "Alternative Dispute Resolution Terms"
  ],
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/environment/early-neutral-evaluation/"
}