Sometimes, going to court is necessary to get the best outcome for your case. However, even after filing a lawsuit, you may be able to get compensation for your injuries without going to court. If you were in a car accident that was someone else’s fault and the insurance company is not offering you the money you deserve, it is important to hire an attorney with experience handling personal injury and wrongful death cases. An experienced attorney will know the value of your case and will not settle for less than what you deserve, even if that means taking your case to trial.
Once you file a lawsuit, you will be entitled to information that may not have been available to you before. If the insurance company would not tell you the policy limits for the person at-fault for the accident, they will be required to give you this information after filing a lawsuit. You will also be able to get additional information about the person at-fault for the accident, the vehicle they were driving, and the circumstances surrounding the accident. Once this additional information is gathered, your attorney will be able to make more informed decisions about what your case is worth and may be able to negotiate a settlement that fairly compensates you without going to court.
Another option to settle your case without going to court is mediation. In mediation both parties will present their case to a neutral mediator. The mediator will attempt to help the parties negotiate a settlement to end the lawsuit. It is often beneficial to have gone through the information gathering stage of a lawsuit before agreeing to participate in mediation. The mediator will identify the strengths and weaknesses of each side’s case and help the parties to come to an agreement about a fair settlement value.
If negotiations and mediation do not resolve your personal injury or wrongful death case, it may be necessary to go to court to get the money you deserve for your injuries, pain and suffering, lost wages, medical expenses, and other damages. However, with an experienced attorney by your side, the process is usually not as intimidating as one would imagine.
At The A.W. Smith Law Firm, our attorneys and staff prepare your case for trial from day one. We are aggressive about collecting evidence such as witness statements, expert opinions, medical records and reports so that if needed, we will be ready to take your case to trial to get you the most compensation possible. Often times, we settle cases before trial because of our aggressive approach and the insurance companies know we will be prepared to try your case if necessary.
If you or a loved one have been injured in a car accident, please reach out to The A.W. Smith Law Firm for a free no-obligation case evaluation. Our attorneys are experienced in handling personal injury and wrongful death cases and will ensure you receive the maximum amount possible for your injuries.