If you get hurt in an accident and sue for damages, you might end up having to appear in court. Not all personal injury cases go to trial, but it’s a possibility, especially when both sides cannot seem to reach a settlement on their own. If it comes down to it, a New Jersey slip & fall lawyer can prepare you for a trial and let you know what to expect. Whether we’re fighting for a settlement or a verdict, you can be sure that we’re trying to win you as much compensation as we can.
Is It Common for a Personal Injury Case to Go to Trial?
Most personal injury cases do not go to trial. It’s far more likely that they will settle before they reach that point. This does not mean that going to court is not a possibility in your case though. There are plenty of factors that can combine to make it necessary for you to go to trial. A lawyer from our firm can advise you about whether this is a good idea based on the unique circumstances of your case.
What Can Make a Case More Likely to Go to Trial?
Most cases settle out of court, but the ones that go to trial tend to have a few things in common. Some elements that could make you more likely to go to trial include:
- Disputes over fault
- Multiple parties being involved
- Disagreements about how damages are being calculated
- A plaintiff who shares fault
- A lack of evidence
- One side that won’t negotiate in good faith
- A desire for a public resolution to a case
Will I Get More Money If I Go to Trial?
It is possible that you will get more money if you go to trial. If the settlement offer on the table is inadequate, going to court can result in a higher verdict being awarded by a jury. If you have a strong case, your lawyer might recommend that you go to court and fight for more compensation.
However, you also have to remember that this is not the only possibility. You could win a verdict that’s less than the proposed settlement amount. You could lose and get nothing. These possibilities need to be carefully considered before you go to trial.
How Can a Lawyer Help?
A seasoned personal injury attorney can help you at every stage of the process. They can:
- Help you negotiate a fair settlement so that you do not need to go to trial
- Advise you about whether going to court is a good idea
- Gather evidence that can strengthen your case
- Prepare you to testify if you go to trial
- Field settlement offers and fight for fair compensation
Schedule a Case Consultation Today
If you were injured in an accident and believe that someone else’s negligence was to blame, we want to help you. Contact the Law Office of Craig M. Rothenberg and schedule a consultation with our team. We want to help you fight for the compensation that you deserve.
