Question

At the ____, the attorney for the social service agency presents an overview of the case and the evidence; matters such as admissibility of photos and written reports are settled. The attorneys can negotiate a settlement of the case, in which the parents accept a treatment plan.

Answer 1

The correct word for the blank space is: Pretrial Conference.

Step-by-step explanation:

A pretrial conference is an initial hearing where individuals involved in a Court case are in front of a representative with lesser power than a judge who informs them about the status of the case. At this stage, the representative could request the parties proof so their statements can be supported by facts and the date for the trial or another pretrial conference -if necessary- are set.

Answer 2

Pretrial conference.

Step-by-step explanation:

A pretrial conference is a meeting of the parties to a case and their legal representatives prior to a court proceeding. It is held before a judge or magistrate

The various reasons for a pretrial are: hasten the disposition of the case, reduce wasteful pretrial activities, improve trial through proper preparation, and to facilitate a settlement.

In this case the parties are willing to settle in the pretrial conference where the parent agree to a treatment plan.