CA SB1105

Allows courts to dismiss cases without prejudice and retain jurisdiction to enforce settlement terms when parties stipulate in writing or orally before the court.

Permits courts to dismiss cases without prejudice and retain jurisdiction based solely on a plaintiff or party seeking affirmative relief filing a conditional notice of settlement, without requiring stipulation from all parties.

Excludes class action lawsuits from the conditional notice provision.

Allows parties to file motions and documents after judgment or dismissal, including good faith settlement applications, lien determinations, minor/disability compromise petitions, and motions for entry of judgment if settlement terms are not performed.

Prohibits courts from assessing a first appearance fee again when a party files documents after entry of judgment or dismissal without prejudice.