If you have been wronged by someone, you might be considering filing a personal injury lawsuit. A lawsuit is a great way to send a strong message that this kind of behavior will not be tolerated. If you do choose to file a personal injury lawsuit, there are some things that you need to know to make the process easier and to get the results that you want. Here are some things you need to know.

1. Consider Going After The Insurance Company

Many people falsely assume that when you file a personal injury lawsuit that you go after the individual that hurt you. In some cases this is correct, but in other situations it is more common to file the suit against the insurance. In addition, you might be able to resolve the dispute on your own with the insurance company without even getting an attorney involved.

The reasons you would need to hire an attorney to go after an insurance company is if the company is not honoring the policy, if they are failing to payout in a timely manner, or if they are outright denying a claim. You usually will have more luck going through the insurance than straight to the individual.

2. You Can Only Be Compensated For Things That You Can Prove

Second, you need to be able to prove all of the damages that you are asking restitution for. You cannot simply put a number on your pain and suffering and expect the courts to honor it. If you are asking for compensation for things like lost wages, medical injuries, property damage and so forth, you need to have physical proof of the amount that you lost. You can have property appraised, medical bills, letters from employers, and so forth. This will help to prove that the amount that you are asking for is reasonable considering the damages.

3. Be Ready To Compromise and Settle

Very few cases actually go to court. Instead, the majority of them settle. This means that both parties come together, usually in mediation, to decide on a compromise that both of them feel is reasonable. This usually means that you will not get the full amount that you ask for, but you save a good deal in legal fees, you shorten the duration of the suit, and you ensure that you are least get something from the lawsuit.

These are just a couple things you need to know about filing a personal injury lawsuit. 

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