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How Long Does a Personal Injury Lawsuit Actually Take?
The timeline of a personal injury lawsuit depends on injury severity, liability strength, legal process, and court scheduling.
Many factors influence how long it takes to resolve a personal injury case.
Injury cases with clear liability may settle in 6 to 12 months.
Liability disputes with complex injuries can take years if they go to court.
Litigation requirements such as discovery, depositions, expert witnesses, court scheduling, and trying the case before a judge add significant time to the process.
Some cases settle before a lawsuit is filed. Others require years of courtroom battles.
Review your legal options today with the experienced personal injury trial attorneys at Lawsuit Legal and get clear guidance on your case. Call 888-713-6653 for a free case review.
At-a-Glance: Getting Your Settlement Money
- Most personal injury cases typically settle in 6 to 18 months from filing
- Injury severity, completion of medical treatment, liability strength, and the complexity of litigation all affect how long your case may take
- A personal injury case generally follows these stages: time for investigation & treatment, sending a demand letter and negotiations, litigation, and court trial
- Settlement can occur at any stage. Cases with clear liability typically settle faster. Disputed fault and severe injuries extend timelines.
- Speak to an experienced personal injury attorney for the best possible chance to reach the outcome you deserve
The Personal Injury Case Process: From Filing Your Claim to Trial Verdict
Personal injury lawsuits follow a structured legal process. The legal procedures, timelines, and requirements can vary depending on the nature and complexity of your personal injury case.
- Filing Your Claim: Typically refers to submitting a demand for compensation to an insurance company or responsible party. This is often the first step after an injury, before any formal court action.
- Investigation & Evidence Gathering: Your legal team collects medical records, works to secure key evidence, and collects necessary accident reports, witness statements, and expert opinions to establish liability and document damages.
- Negotiations: Your attorney file a send letter and engages in ongoing back-and-forth negotiations seeking to secure fair compensation, in most cases a settlement can be reached before the case goes to trial.
- Litigation: If a fair settlement can't be reached your attorney will begin the formal lawsuit process, including depositions and scheduling trial dates.
- Court Trial: If settlement fails, you can take your case before a judge or jury who determines liability and awards damages after hearing evidence and testimony.
Taking legal action after being seriously hurt is a serious decision.
Filing a personal injury lawsuit gives injured victims a path to pursue compensation for medical expenses, lost wages, pain and suffering, and other damages caused by someone else's negligence.
Speak to a skilled personal injury attorney about your case to protect your rights.
Get the Legal Help You Need for Your Potential Personal Injury Case
The personal injury lawsuit process can feel overwhelming when you're recovering from serious injuries.
You need skilled legal representation, legal strategy, and experience on your side fighting for maximum compensation.
At Lawsuit Legal, our trusted attorneys have handled over 40,000 cases nationwide, recovering more than $100 million with a 98% recovery rate.
We handle all types of personal injury cases and fight to maximize your compensation from filing to verdict or settlement.
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