How Long Will It Take to Resolve My Case?

The time it takes to resolve a personal injury case can depend on: (1) the investigation into the cause of the accident; (2) the time it takes to be discharged from treatment; and (3) litigation.

Attorneys take the investigation of a case very seriously because a poor investigation into the facts can spell disaster for the handling of your case. A good attorney will want to collect evidence and speak to any witnesses to the incident and that can take some time.

Also, if someone is seriously injured, it can take several months to several years to recover from his or her injuries. Some people can recover completely from their injuries while others may have lasting damage for the rest of their lives. Therefore, the full extent of your damages may not be known until your doctor has discharged you.

If your lawyer has to file a lawsuit to get full and fair justice, it can often take a year or more before your case goes to trial. Litigation is a slow process, but it is sometimes necessary to get the insurance companies to do right by you. A case can be resolved quickly, and in certain instances, it can take a bit longer, but the goal is always to help injured victims get their lives back as best we can.