Settlement & Negotiation
Release
A legal document in which one party gives up their right to pursue further claims against another party.
In Personal Injury Cases
When you settle a personal injury case, you sign a release giving up all future claims related to the accident. Make sure you understand the full extent of your injuries before signing.
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