Court refers case to Magistrate Judge King for pretrial matters and settlement

The court referred this case to Magistrate Judge King for all pretrial matters under 28 U.S.C. § 636(b)(1)(A). This includes handling non-dispositive motions and the authority to conduct settlement conferences at any time.

The referral means Judge King will manage the case's procedural issues before trial. The original district judge has not yet been assigned. The docket does not provide details on the parties, claims, or the court where the case is pending.

The referral order was entered on April 29, 2026, signaling the case is active but still in early stages. Magistrate Judge King issued an order on May 12, 2026, indicating ongoing case management. The lack of attached documents or further filings suggests the case is still organizing its pretrial posture.

The referral to a magistrate judge is standard for managing motions and settlement efforts to streamline district court resources. Without more information on the claims or parties, the case’s substantive issues remain unclear. The next steps will focus on procedural rulings and possible settlement discussions under Judge King's supervision.