When it comes to professional legal services backed up by extensive experience, Pater, Pater & Halverson Co. absolutely has what it takes. In fact, “experience” is a bit of an understatement in their case; since 1889—that’s almost 130 years—this Hamilton-based practice has been helping clients throughout greater Cincinnati with estate planning, wills, and a wide variety of other legal issues. Whether you need a probate lawyer or a divorce attorney, this quality firm has you covered. Pater, Pater & Halverson Co. is also comprised of highly reputable personal injury attorneys, and their work on behalf of car accident victims is designed to get clients the legal results they're looking for. 

When you’re in an auto accident, it can be hard to know what to do. Should you settle, or take the case to court?

Many accidents result in settlements. The most obvious benefit of settling is that it prevents you from having to go through numerous court proceedings, which can obviously be stressful for anyone trying to recover from an injury. You will also likely receive financial compensation faster via a settlement. 

While a lawyer can help you gather the documents you need—such as medical records and statements from witnesses—that doesn’t mean that settling is necessarily the best course of action. For one thing, the settlement you’re being offered may be too low. If you choose to go to court, your lawyer will draft a formal legal complaint on your behalf, and submit it to the appropriate parties. After all the preliminary processes are completed, your case will go to trial. And, though this method is more time-consuming, it may very well be worth it in the end from a financial standpoint. It’s also important to note that filing a lawsuit doesn’t mean that you lose your right to settle; if you and your attorney receive a reasonable offer, you can always accept it, and deal with your case out of court.

Whatever you decide to do, the attorneys at Pater, Pater & Halverson Co. are dedicated to making sure that you get the help and compensation you deserve. If you or a loved one has been the victim of another driver's carelessness, don’t hesitate to contact the firm today at (513) 867-1411. For the Pater, Pater & Halverson Co. team, practicing law is much more than a job—it’s a commitment to justice that their firm has been upholding for well over a century.