Believe it or not, settling is often the best option. In fact, most personal injury lawsuits are resolved before they go to trial, and for good reason. In the video above, I talked about what the plaintiff's risks are in the trial and what the potential rewards are in the trial. The main difference from the point of view of risk is that, when reaching an agreement, it is safe to obtain some kind of result, some compensation for damages.
There are no guarantees with a trial: you will win or lose the case. So how do you decide? ???? The choice between reaching a settlement or going to trial ultimately depends on your priorities, your risk tolerance and your objectives for the case. Amanda emphasizes the importance of working with an experienced attorney ????⚖️ who can help you weigh the pros and cons, navigate the legal process, and create a strategy that fits your needs. Trials involve additional expenses, such as court fees, expert witnesses, and the preparation of an attorney. Reaching an agreement can save time and money.
In addition, for a personal injury law firm, losing a trial generally means that it will assume all court costs and other expenses related to the case. You'll also have a strong and consummate advocate on your side who will fight for what matters most if a dispute goes to trial. In this video, attorney Amanda Malucchi of Goyette, Ruano & Thompson explains the key differences between come to an agreement and go to trial. On the other hand, taking your case to trial ???? can bring significant benefits, including the possibility of obtaining higher compensation ???? and the opportunity to obtain public validation ????️.
That said, lawsuits are held for a reason, and your personal injury attorney can file a lawsuit if that means getting fair compensation. However, each client is different and some may value the process of taking a claim to trial and having a jury confirm the defendant's liability for damages. In personal injury law, when a personal injury case goes to trial, the injured party and the at-fault party present their lawsuits before a jury or judge, who will decide whether or not the defendant should be held responsible for the plaintiff's damages. Settling or going to court can make the difference between getting fair compensation and having to foot the bill for the losses related to the accident.
Going to trial only prolongs the length of the case, and sometimes lawsuits can last a year or more. If you were involved in a car accident and are not sure if you need to reach a settlement or go to trial, contact an attorney with experience in Helping The Hurt. A personal injury trial can take hours or weeks to come to an end, depending on the amount of key evidence, witness testimony, and how long it takes for the jury to deliberate. When an attorney wins compensation at trial, the client will know that their attorney has exhausted nearly all available legal options. Taking a case to trial holds the negligent party fully responsible for their actions, which can provide a sense of justice and closure.
Many states even encourage out-of-court settlement by requiring the plaintiff to pay the defendant's attorney's fees if the plaintiff earns less in the trial than the defendant set out to settle. Your lawyer has a realistic view of whether the settlement offer is fair or if you could do better if you went to trial.
