Many plaintiffs in rear-end collision lawsuits in Georgia would prefer to avoid a trial. It can take months or years before a judge or jury hears a rear-end collision case. Meanwhile, the trial does not guarantee a plaintiff will be awarded damages. Comparatively, a plaintiff should not always accept a settlement proposal in a rear-end collision lawsuit. For example, a plaintiff can receive a settlement offer that falls short of their expectations. In this scenario, the plaintiff should be ready to pass on the settlement.