Settling Your Dallas Personal Injury Claim

When you and your attorney agree that the at-fault party or their insurance company has presented a reasonable offer of compensation for your pain and losses, it may be advisable to accept an out-of-court settlement.

Clients must sometimes make difficult decisions about settling claims. If, for example, you require immediate money to receive treatment and pay your bills, you may be more inclined to settle.

Accepting a lowball settlement offer may result in money being left on the table if our attorneys believe you have a strong case. Clients, however, sometimes prefer to have that peace of mind now rather than taking a chance with a trial.

Finally, you must choose whether or not to settle. We recognize the legal intricacy of your case and always have your best interests at heart. If we suggest that you accept a settlement offer, it is most likely because we believe that will provide you with the best possible outcome for your situation.

When Should I Take My Case To Trial?

If you have a solid case, but the insurance company refuses to negotiate in good faith or make a fair offer, you should strongly consider taking your claim to trial. It’s important to understand what to do after an accident so that you may properly preserve the facts and evidence required to make a strong case for settlement. 

If the negotiation process is taking too long, we may advise you to bring a lawsuit to push the insurance company, particularly if the statute of limitations is close to expiring. We will not be able to file suit for compensation after the statute of limitations deadline has passed. Personal Injury Attorneys frequently debate whether or not a certain case is “winnable.” Although having a strong, well-documented case does not guarantee victory, we will not suggest going to trial unless we are confident that you have a reasonable chance of winning.

How Long Will It Take To Get A Settlement?

When you choose to work with us, we’ll immediately begin preparing your case.

This entails gathering important facts and evidence about the accident or incident that caused your injuries. We will acquire the police report, photographs or video of the accident, eyewitness statements, your medical records, and testimony from doctors and other subject matter experts if you were injured in a vehicle accident.

We’ll keep track of your case and submit a claim to the insurance provider. Their attorneys will most likely respond with an offer, starting the negotiation process. They could provide you with a reasonable settlement in a few weeks, depending on the value of your claim and the amount of evidence we gather and present. However, as each lawsuit is unique, predicting how long you will have to wait for a settlement is impossible.