What happens next?

How to accept a settlement offer
Pay attention to timing.
A settlement offer may be made at any point during a civil lawsuit or administrative proceeding. The other side can even make a settlement offer after the trial has begun.

OPT:
a). A settlement offer during trial might mean that the other side thinks it's going to lose and wants a more predictable way out of the situation. This is especially true if you're involved in a jury trial.;
b). Choose the opportune moment to tell the plaintiff about the offer and the financial or legal implications of receiving a settlement. This often assumes the settlement offer is valid or has a strong argument which proves to the other side that the purchase is worth pursuing.;
c). To understand the typical challenges that often result when you or someone else makes a settlement offer, pay attention to the timing of your settlement offer. You might want to cancel if you win because the other side wants to contest the settlement and they bring you $100 to support their offer.;
d). This process will vary by state, but generally you should pay attention to the timing of the settlement offers : All claims against you may be declined. If the settlement offer seems unreasonable, a settlement offer may be denied.;
a).