Unfortunately, many who sustain injuries due to the negligent actions of another party are hesitant to fight for the compensation they deserve because they believe that their personal injury case will proceed to a long, arduous trial, which is not always the case. However, familiarizing yourself with the factors that determine if these cases will go to court is critical to preparing yourself to pursue justice. The following blog explores what you should know about these matters and why it’s in your best interest to connect with a Sacramento personal injury lawyer who can represent you.
What Happens After an Accident?
After an accident, whether it is a car crash or premises liability incident, understanding what the process looks like is critical. Generally, you’ll find that the most important thing you can do is seek medical treatment. This will not only help ensure your health and well-being but allow you to establish medical care, which can help you recover the compensation you deserve. These records can help provide critical evidence if you wish to file a lawsuit against the negligent party responsible for the injuries you’ve suffered.
Generally, in these instances, you will exchange insurance information with the other person involved. As such, this allows you an avenue to file a claim against the negligent party. Once you have filed a claim, an insurance agent from that company will examine the circumstances of the accident to determine fault and may offer you a settlement amount they have calculated.
What Factors Influence Whether or Not My Personal Injury Case Will Go to Trial?
Generally, the deciding factor in whether or not your case will go to trial is if you can reach a settlement amount with the other party. In the majority of personal injury cases, a trial is not necessary, as the parties are able to settle out of court.
However, not all cases are the same, and as such, your claim could proceed to trial. In many instances, the insurance company for the negligent party will try to severely undervalue the impact of the damages you’ve endured. As such, you may want to negotiate the amount, but if the insurance party does not offer an adequate amount, you may want to proceed to trial. Additionally, if your attorney is confident and believes you will win your case, they may advise you not to settle and instead opt to take the matter to trial.
The idea of your case proceeding to trial can be incredibly overwhelming for many, but it’s important to understand that when you have an experienced attorney to represent you, you can relax in knowing that your case is in competent hands. That’s why the team at the Law Offices of Dale R. Gomes is ready to help guide you through these complicated times so you can focus on healing from the injuries you’ve suffered. Connect with our team today to learn how we can guide you through these complicated issues.