# Settlement Offer Evidentiary Objection

**IRI:** https://folio.openlegalstandard.org/R8xhtpCx6BhKVUQaYq0SR9c

## Labels

**Preferred Label:** Offer of Compromise Objection

**Alternative Labels:**

- Compromise Negotiation Objection
- Objection to Evidence of Negotiated Settlements
- Settlement Discussion Evidence Objection

## Definition

A Settlement Offer Evidentiary Objection, also known as an Offers of Compromise Objection, is raised when a party in a legal proceeding believes that evidence of a settlement offer or negotiation is being used to prove liability or the validity of a claim. This objection aims to protect the confidentiality of settlement discussions and encourage parties to negotiate without fear of their offers being used against them in court.

## Sub Class Of

- https://folio.openlegalstandard.org/R8R7UAZpzIQTdqNtctKj3XY

## See Also

- https://folio.openlegalstandard.org/RyicQwNULWIxvuuxsG4qu9

**Deprecated:** False

**Source:** Fed. R. Evid. 408