When you have been involved in a car accident, you have a right to collect compensation from the driver at fault for your accident. There are two different paths you could take to do that. You could settle your case outside of court, or you could go to trial.
The big question is, which of these options is the right one for you? Berry Law can provide a personalized case evaluation, help you to understand the value of your case, and work with you to negotiate a fair settlement or resolve your claim in court.
You should give us a call today to speak with an Omaha car accident lawyer to help you make the right choices about your claim. You can also read on to learn some tips that will help you to decide whether to settle or sue.
How to Decide Whether to Settle or Sue After a Car Accident
Settlement can have significant benefits when you are resolving a car accident claim. When you settle:
- You can typically resolve your claim more quickly and get paid faster
- You can avoid the stress and uncertainty of a court verdict
However, these benefits do not mean that you should settle every case. That’s because once you settle, you are not allowed to pursue any further claims arising out of the incident. If you have been offered too little money to truly compensate you for all of your damages, you will be left with out-of-pocket losses.
If you can negotiate a fair settlement that pays you appropriately for your medical bills, lost wages, pain and suffering, emotional distress, and other damages, then settling makes good sense. If you cannot, then you need to go to court in order to get the money that you truly need and deserve — and that the law says you are entitled to collect.
Berry Law Can Help You Negotiate a Settlement or Go to Court
If you want to maximize your chances of being able to settle your claim and get the benefits that come with settling, then you should seriously consider working with the attorneys at Berry Law. Our experienced car accident attorneys can:
- Help you understand how much your case should be worth, so you’ll know if a settlement offer is fair or not.
- Assist you in evaluating specific factors affecting the value of your case, including the amount of insurance the defendant has available, the number of defendants, and the strength of your evidence.
- Negotiate a settlement on your behalf. Big insurance companies are often more willing to settle when they know you have an attorney on your side with a long track record of courtroom successes who is ready to fight for you.
We have helped clients recover millions in settlements because of our solid negotiating skills, ability to bring a strong claim, and in-depth understanding of the law. We will send a demand letter, get negotiations started off on a firm footing, and make sure insurers understand that we’re serious about fighting for you.
If no fair settlement offer is reached, we also have the litigation experience necessary to fight for your rights and maximize your chances of success in court. We can build a strong claim to show both why the defendants were to blame and the extent of your damages to maximize the chances of a verdict that offers the funds you need to move forward.
To find out more about how we can help you, call an Omaha injury attorney today to schedule a free consultation with a Nebraska car accident lawyer ready to fight for you.
