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Sometimes, yes, but in many cases, no. One of the biggest fears many people have after an accident is the stress of going to court. But here’s the good news: when you work with us at Cantor, Wolff, Nicastro & Hall, the court isn’t always necessary.1. You\u2019re in ControlOne of the most important things to remember is that you are in control. While the insurance companies and defense attorneys might give the impression that they hold the power, that\u2019s simply not the case. We, as your legal team, often drive the course of the case and have strategies to avoid going to court if that\u2019s what you prefer.2. We Can Avoid Court in Many CasesThere are numerous ways to resolve a truck accident case without ever stepping into a courtroom. We can negotiate settlements, mediate disputes, and take actions that keep the case moving forward while keeping you out of court.3. Sometimes Court Is NecessaryIn some situations, going to court is unavoidable, but we will guide you every step of the way. If we do need to go to court, rest assured we\u2019ll fight to the max on your behalf.Whether or not you\u2019ll need to go to court depends on the specifics of your case. That\u2019s why it\u2019s so important to have an experienced attorney on your side. Give us a call today at (716) 848-8000 or visit our website for a free consultation. We\u2019ll walk you through the process and make sure you understand your options. At Cantor, Wolff, Nicastro & Hall, we win. It’s that simple!"},{"@context":"https:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"BreadcrumbList","itemListElement":[{"@type":"ListItem","position":1,"name":"I Was Hit by a Truck, Do I Need to Go to Court?","item":"https:\/\/www.buffalolaw.com\/i-was-hit-by-a-truck-do-i-need-to-go-to-court\/#breadcrumbitem"}]}]