Charlie Was Involved in an Automobile Accident and Wants to File

question 59

Multiple Choice

Charlie was involved in an automobile accident and wants to file a lawsuit. However, he would like to know what judgment a jury is likely to reach before involving himself in an expensive trial. If Charlie has limited time and resources to decide whether to file a case, which of the following should he choose?

• A) private jury trial
• B) summary jury trial
• C) arbitration
• D) mediation

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Gain

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