Sadly, every now and then, people get injured or killed in an accident. In fact, the U.S National Highway Administration reports that over three million injuries and 40,000 deaths occur every year. Moreover, according to the Justice department, only 5% of these cases ever go to trial and a clear absolute majority goes for settlements.
What is a settlement?
A settlement is a cash offer that is given to the victim of a personal injury lawsuit as a compensation for the losses and damages that are either monetary or physical. Also, there is an extra reward for the pain and suffering that the victim has gone through. In cases of wrongful death lawsuit, the family members of the victim are entitled to the cash for the funeral and for the trauma that they experienced. …show more content…
Moreover, some victims might not have the means to file a case. And by that, I mean enough money to pay for medical bills as well as the lawyer at the same
What is a settlement?
A settlement is a cash offer that is given to the victim of a personal injury lawsuit as a compensation for the losses and damages that are either monetary or physical. Also, there is an extra reward for the pain and suffering that the victim has gone through. In cases of wrongful death lawsuit, the family members of the victim are entitled to the cash for the funeral and for the trauma that they experienced. …show more content…
Moreover, some victims might not have the means to file a case. And by that, I mean enough money to pay for medical bills as well as the lawyer at the same