Not all legal disputes require court proceedings for resolution. Disputes between an insurance provider and a private citizen can be resolved through negotiations so that you never have to step foot in court. Workers’ compensation decisions can also be reached without court involvement. You can avoid court and still get a fair payout provided that you have guidance from a qualified counsel. A desirable negotiation that gets you the compensation you require will necessitate the services of skilled negotiators experienced with reaching settlements. If a settlement cannot be negotiated, it may be necessary to institute legal proceedings to determine liability and to recover damages. In short, most personal injury cases settle through insurance negotiations and never require a lawsuit. Even fewer go to trial. However, we prepare for cases like they might go before a judge and jury because it is sometimes necessary.