Can My Medical Malpractice Case Be Settled Outside of Court?

Frank DiScipio here from Duffy and Duffy. Today I’m going to answer a question I hear often from clients: Will my medical malpractice case go to trial, or can it be settled outside of court? Most medical malpractice cases never go to trial. In fact, a significant majority are settled out of court. Here’s why settlements are common: cost and time. Trials can be lengthy and expensive for both parties. Settling can be a faster and more cost-effective way to resolve a case. Uncertainty. Trials involve a jury verdict, which is inherently unpredictable. Confidentiality. Settlements can be confidential, which can be appealing to both parties and healthcare providers. An experienced medical malpractice attorney at Duffy and Duffy can advise you on whether pursuing a settlement or going to trial is the best course of action for your specific case. We will work tirelessly to negotiate a fair settlement on your behalf, but if necessary, we are fully prepared to take your case to trial and fight for the compensation you deserve.