Most personal injury cases never reach a courtroom, but some claims require litigation when an insurance company denies responsibility or refuses to offer fair value. Even after a lawsuit is filed, the case may still resolve through discovery, depositions, or mediation before trial.
In this episode, Clarke and managing attorney Jeff Watson break down what “litigation” really means and walk through each stage of the process, from filing a complaint to mediation and trial. They also share why choosing the right lawyer can produce dramatically different outcomes in catastrophic injury cases.
Here’s what we discuss in this episode:
⚖️ Litigation Defined: Filing suit moves the claim into court
📄 Common Triggers: Denied claims and value disputes often require litigation
🤝 Most Cases Settle: Filing a lawsuit does not guarantee a trial
💵 Control Costs: Strategic timing protects more of the recovery
🏛️ Trial Reputation: Insurance companies know which attorneys will fight
0:00 – What does litigation mean?
2:12 – Why does a case go to litigation?
4:05 – Steps in the litigation process
8:35 – Difference in attorneys
15:22 – Experience matters
17:10 – Final takeaway
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