Most civil cases are resolved during a settlement process because:
A) the plaintiff is typically awarded a larger amount of money.
B) it is expensive and time-consuming to take the case to trial.
C) the paramedic is found responsible during the discovery phase.
D) trial juries can be very unpredictable and are often misinformed.
Answer: B) it is expensive and time-consuming to take the case to trial.
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