When Settling Makes Sense

From the beginning of a lawsuit to the time of trial, attorneys are constantly employing different strategies to achieve their client’s goal. Often, considering settlement is one of these strategies. It may sound counterintuitive to settle your case. Who wouldn’t want to have their day in court? However, having your “day in court” is statistically uncommon. According to the American Judges Association, over 90% of cases civil cases settle before trial – and probably for good reason.

Settlement often makes sense as litigation is highly unpredictable. Whether your case is heard before a jury or before a judge, the decision is taken out of your hands, meaning that you lose control over the outcome. Additionally, once the case is submitted to a judge or jury, all details become a matter of public record. Depending on the case, there may be details that you do not want made public. Settling before trial could mean that these details are kept confidential.

Litigation is also a lengthy process, sometimes spanning several years. Settling the case can save time and provide emotional relief that you may not otherwise have. And perhaps most importantly, settling the case early on means saving on litigation expenses. The longer a case goes, the more expensive it becomes.

Wright Beamer attorneys are well versed in all aspects of litigation. Whether it be negotiating a settlement or advocating in court, Wright Beamer is committed to solving disputes as efficiently and fairly as possible. Give us a call at 248.477.6300 if you are in need of litigation services.