Settlement & Negotiation
Settlement
An agreement between parties to resolve a dispute without going to trial, typically involving payment to the injured party.
In Personal Injury Cases
Most personal injury cases settle before trial. Settlements provide certainty and avoid the risks and costs of litigation, but may result in lower compensation than a trial verdict.
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