When you get hurt in an accident and sue for damages, it is possible that you will have to go to trial. It’s not usually a likely outcome though. A Bexar County, Texas personal injury lawyer from our firm can tell you why that’s the case. You can also rest assured that our attorneys will help you fight for maximum compensation whether you settle or go to trial.
Do Many Personal Injury Cases Go to Trial?
To be honest, most personal injury cases do not actually go to trial. Instead, most cases like this are settled before they reach that point. What happens is that one person gets hurt in an accident and sues another person or company for damages. Everyone lawyers up and negotiations can begin.
There is a bit of back-and-forth, but both parties can come to an agreeable solution most of the time. The plaintiff receives their settlement and no one has to spend a bunch of time and money on litigation.
What Can Make a Case More Likely to Go to Trial?
This isn’t always how things go though. Sometimes there are just too many issues that make negotiation difficult. Some factors that can complicate a case and make it more likely that you’ll have to go to trial include:
- Disagreement about fault
- The involvement of multiple parties who could be at fault
- An inability to agree about how damages are calculated
- A lack of evidence
- An insurance company that acts in bad faith
A lawyer from our firm will do their best to negotiate a fair settlement for you, but if we cannot do that we will build a case that can succeed in front of a judge and jury. You may not want to go to trial, but there are some potential upsides to winning your verdict after you’ve had your day in court. You could win more money than you attempted to settle for. Your case is also in the public record, meaning that you have held a negligent person or company accountable for everyone to see.
Will I Have to Testify?
You may have to testify about your experience. We understand that this can be daunting, but your lawyer is ready to prepare you for testimony so that you know what to expect. When you tell everyone your side of the story, you can make a real impact on the jury. It’s one thing to have a doctor talk about your injuries, but it’s another for you to tell everyone how the accident affected your life, what your recovery has been like, and what kind of pain you have experienced.
Schedule Your Free Consultation
Our law firm offers free case consultations and there is no obligation. So contact Sahadi Legal Group and ask to schedule a meeting with our team. We can tell you more about your legal options.
