This "thing" did not get "closed out." This thing was essentially an agreement to agree or, in other words, an extension offered by one party to another because the rules of court were not flexible enough to allow for a further extension; plus, this extension was not just a typical extension, but was more of a "suspension" of litigation in good faith by both parties, so that they can continue their negotiations in working-out a settlement without using the hired guns. If WBMD is acting in bad faith, then that's another issue; but I doubt their attorneys would be advising them to act in bad faith, as they have a professional responsibility to uphold; and I'm sure MMRF's attorneys are experienced enough to smell a ploy when it's in front of them. So take a deep breath and think of a happy place.