Is it better to settle a personal injury case, or go to trial?
The answer to your question depends on the facts of your case and the status of settlement negotiations. If the defendants insurance company refuses to make a reasonable settlement offer, then you have no choice but to go to trial. Once a defendant has made a fair settlement offer, and you have determined that the amount offered is the most the defendant will pay, a settlement is usually in your best interest. Presenting a case to a jury has significant risks for both sides. You never know what unforeseen problems will arise at trial, and rest assured that some unforeseen problem will arise. Also, you have to keep in mind that a lot of people, including some that may be on your jury, have been brainwashed by the insurance industrys propaganda claiming that too many lawsuits are being filed. The best way to get a fair settlement offer is to be represented by a competent attorney who is completely ready, willing and able to go to trial.
