Secured a Jury Verdict Less Than What Was Offered at Settlement After a Collision at a Stop Sign

The plaintiff alleged that the defendants failed to stop at a stop sign resulting in a collision. The plaintiff's medical specials were $258,000 for a fused spine. The plaintiff asked for 1.2-1.8 million. The jury returned a verdict for the plaintiff after comparative fault $399,750 which was less than what was offered at settlement.