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Litigation is time-consuming, stressful, and expensive – which explains why approximately 95 percent of all pending lawsuits are settled out of court before trial. [1] X Research source If you filed the lawsuit, you may end up with less money through a settlement than you would get if you took the case to trial. However, a settlement provides more certainty and more control over the final outcome for both parties. If you're involved in litigation – whether because you've filed a lawsuit or because someone is suing you – reaching a settlement may be easier than you think. As with any situation where your legal rights and substantial sums of money may be at stake, you should consider consulting an attorney before you begin settlement negotiations or agree to a settlement.