This would seem an opportune moment for him to seek a settlement.
He added that the Government would continue to seek a negotiated settlement.
What choice did the industry have but to seek a settlement?
The documents may also provide clues to why the industry sought a settlement.
The Soviets will seek a political settlement while providing massive support.
The company can seek a settlement or argue its case before an administrative law judge.
The company has 30 days from the time the complaint was filed to seek a settlement.
At first, people involved in the case said, the two sides were far apart, with the plaintiffs seeking a $650 million settlement.
It was unclear tonight whether top leaders for the two sides would meet soon to seek a settlement.
She said the company would seek a negotiated settlement in the next 30 days.