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So most personal injury cases in California do not go to trial. They settle. It’s about 98% of them are settled and 2% go to trial. Settlement means you agree to accept money from the at fault party’s insurance company in exchange for dropping your claim. Here’s how it usually works. First, you get medical treatment. Your attorney gathers evidence like medical bills, medical records, and proof of lost wages. Then your attorney sends a demand to the insurance company. This demand letter
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starts the negotiation process. Sometimes they make an offer that’s fair and sometimes they don’t. Other times when they don’t make a fair offer, your attorney pushes back against them and fights for more money for you, especially if you’re facing long-term or serious injuries. Once you accept the settlement, you’re done. It’s fine. You can’t go back and ask for more. Even if new injuries pop up later, even if new injuries that you did not know about come about later. That’s why it is so
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important to not rush the process and accept offers that are too low. If you’re injured and wondering what your case is worth or how to handle settlement talks, reach out. We’re here to help and get you what you truly deserve.