2006-08-24 07:01:30 · 7 answers · asked by ric w 1 in Politics & Government ➔ Law & Ethics
It depends upon the parties involved and how much money is at stake. Normally, when one settles before trial, it saves time and money for all parties involved.
2006-08-28 03:19:00 · answer #1 · answered by It is . . . 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Unless it was something REAL serious , yes they are .. A few people I know settled before a trial..It's really up to the lawyer, but I would say yes..
2006-08-24 14:05:16 · answer #2 · answered by Just Dreamin' 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I would say yes. I fell and fractured my entire hip, which has developed into a permanent injury (leg on injured side now being shorter than the other leg resulting in a pronounced limp). My attorney said that permanent injury cases aren't even considered until one year has elapsed (which mine hasn't), but that he's confident it will be litigated out-of-court.
2006-08-24 14:14:22 · answer #3 · answered by honeybucket 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Oh lord yes, many people make their living off of these types of lawsuits.
2006-08-24 14:18:06 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Most often, I think, now days they are using more mediation than trials. Your attorney should be discussing these things with you.
2006-08-24 14:04:51 · answer #5 · answered by ransdoll90 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes, settlement insures some money. In the court system you are less likely to win your case .
2006-08-24 14:06:43 · answer #6 · answered by Teacher 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
there sure do
2006-08-24 14:03:54 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋