just a thought...we heard dolphinsmike say over and over again that goog would never settle before they get a look at a jury. A logical premise, and the same logic applies at this time, goog will listen to plaintiff's case, try to pick away at plaintiff's witnesses and then see how strong the case is. If goog does not like what's going on, then they can settle. If they like how things are going, they put on their case. However, price goes up for every "peek" at the cards.