Stay of proceedings

{
  "id": "MLC-T-INS-003185",
  "term": "Stay of proceedings",
  "field": "Insurance and risk management",
  "definition": "A temporary halt or suspension of legal actions or court proceedings, ordered by a court or by agreement of the parties. In insurance litigation, a stay might be granted to allow for mediation, arbitration, or the resolution of a related matter. It can postpone discovery, trials, or other procedural steps, providing time for negotiation or further investigation.",
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/insurance/stay-of-proceedings/"
}