Busa Baduge Regina Malani Fernando et al. vs Henda Vitharanaga Indra Hemalatha et al. – CA 1189/2000-2013

In the case between Busa Baduge Regina Malani Fernando (as next friend of the 2nd and 3rd Plaintiffs) and Hendavitharanage Indra Hemalatha, the court addressed the issue of the resolution of ongoing civil proceedings following a settlement agreement between the parties. It was held that, upon confirmation of the agreed payment by the 1st Defendant-Appellant to the Plaintiff-Respondent in open court, all proceedings were to be terminated in accordance with the terms of the settlement. The principle reaffirmed was that judicial proceedings may be brought to a close upon satisfaction of mutually agreed terms by the parties and verified fulfilment, emphasizing finality of settlement in civil disputes. The court’s decision relied on the parties’ settlement and established legal practices for pr