Most accident injury cases are settled out of court and do not go to trial. If you settle a case with the defendant, that means that there will be no trial against that particular defendant. Your attorney will determine whether your case should be settled out of court or go to trial. A settlement will almost always result in the victim receiving compensation faster, but it may not result in the maximum compensation for your injuries. On the other hand, trials can be unpredictable, and the victim may not achieve the desired outcome.