Other methods also include carrying insurance for your business and simply avoiding trial by negotiating a favorable settlement. (rocketlawyer.com)
Further, mediation may be ordered to encourage settlement and avoid trial on issues related to property division, child custody and support, and spousal support. (info.legalzoom.com)
A good lawyer may well have advised on a better out of court settlement and avoided a trial altogether. (holnesslawgroup.com)