Can a case settle after filing a lawsuit?

Yes—most cases that are filed as lawsuits still settle before trial. Settlement can occur at any point during litigation: shortly after filing, during discovery, at mediation, or even on the courthouse steps before trial begins. Filing a lawsuit often motivates insurance companies to increase their settlement offers because they now face the costs of litigation and the uncertainty of trial. At Kane Trial Law, we continue negotiating throughout litigation while preparing for trial. The combination of ongoing settlement efforts and visible trial preparation often produces the best results for our clients.