Frequently Asked Questions | New York Personal Injury & Accident FAQs

Q: What does it mean to settle a case?

A:

Settling a case means that you agree to accept money in return for dismissing your claim against the person or entity that injured you. You'll sign documents releasing the other side of any further liability. To help you decide whether to accept the settlement offer, your lawyer will try to provide a realistic assessment of whether a lawsuit based on your claim has merit and may be successful, a range of possible verdict amounts, and how long it may take to get through trial. Settlement can also take place at any point in a lawsuit, including before trial or even after a case has been tried but before a jury reaches a verdict and after trial while the case is on appeal.