Plaintiffs may have expectations of fighting their legal battles in courtrooms, but the fact is that over 90 percent of tort claims are settled out of court. The decision to accept or reject a settlement offer rests squarely on the plaintiff's shoulders. When making such a decision, a plaintiff should weigh the advice of his or her attorney carefully. Not only do the lawyer's objectivity and knowledge of legal issues provide valuable insight, but experience with the legal system and its human component can be helpful as well. Lawyers also have an idea as to whether their clients are going to be credible in a jury's eyes. If not, it may be in the plaintiff's best interests to settle out of court.

Only an experienced attorney can give you an accurate and non-biased assessment of your claim. If it is to be settled out of court, it is essential to have an advocate working for you to negotiate with the insurance company representatives and other attorneys involved in your claim. The Law Offices of Brookrnan and Talbot practice exclusively in settling personal injury claims. Let their specialized expertise assist you in settling your claim.