Settlement versus Trial

When filing a personal injury claim, many people envision a long, drawn-out trial before a judge. While this could happen, it is much more likely that your case will settle outside of court. In fact, 95% of all personal injury claims negotiate a settlement before going to court.

If you or someone you know has been injured in an accident because of another party’s negligence, they may be liable for your loss. Contact the experienced Harrisburg personal injury attorneys of Lowenthal & Abrams, P.C. to discuss the details of your case. Call at 610-667-7511 today to schedule a free initial consultation.

The Settlement Process

After hiring an experienced legal representative to take your case, you will notify the defendant of the suit against them. At that point, the defendant will most likely hire a lawyer, as well. Each party will then collect as much evidence to support their case as possible. Evidence may consist of medical expenses, eyewitnesses, expert witnesses, etc. Once each side has collected as much evidence as possible, you will begin negotiating settlements.

Negotiation consists of one party making a suggested amount of compensation for the victim. If the other party does not accept this offer, they can submit a new suggestion. This process continues until both parties are satisfied. If the parties cannot reach an agreement, it is only then that the case will go before a judge.

Contact Us

If you have been injured because of another party’s negligence or recklessness, you may be eligible to receive compensation. Contact the Harrisburg personal injury lawyers of Lowenthal & Abrams, P.C., at 610-667-7511 for dedicated and experienced legal representation.