The majority of car accident cases do not go to trial. That is because it usually is not worth the hassle. In at least 75% of cases, you can settle the car accident between yourself and the other party, your insurance companies, and your lawyers.
However, in rare cases, your accident legal battle may go to a lawsuit. Sometimes this happens if the insurance companies cannot decide who is at fault. Other times, the case may have to go to trial if someone was seriously harmed or even injured.
You may be wondering about the worst-case scenario: what happens if you lose a car accident lawsuit? That depends on a few factors, including the extent of the damage, whether you were at fault, and whether anyone was injured. Here is what to expect and what you should do in a few of these scenarios.
How Much Money Will You Have to Pay?
The first thing that many unsuccessful plaintiffs or defendants worry about is money. After all, legal fees do add up. In addition, the other party may also be seeking compensation.
If you lose a car accident lawsuit, usually, you are not on the hook for paying your lawyer. Most lawyers only take payment if they win your case because they know that the average person cannot afford the cost of a lawsuit unless they win.
You may also be required to pay case costs for your own lawyers and the opposing side as well. However, most lawyers and insurance companies choose to waive case costs because they do not expect someone to afford it.
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