Cadle Co. v. Castle

The majority reverses the trial court’s judgment enforcing a mediated settlement agreement between the parties. I respectfully dissent. Under the facts of this case, I would conclude the trial court can enforce a mediated settlement agreement through a summary proceeding. I would hold the trial court’s actions were proper. I would affirm the trial court’s judgment.

FACTUAL BACKGROUND

Frank Castle (Castle) executed a note payable to Deposit Insurance Bridge Bank. Bank One, Texas, N.A. (Bank One) purchased the loan. Bank One filed suit against Castle when he defaulted on the note. The Cadle…