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How long will it take to settle my personal injury case?
Timeline for Personal Injury Claims
At Williams and Yoho, we typically resolve most personal
injury claims within a few months. However, the timelines
may vary depending on the complexity of the case. Here are
some typical timeframes:
- • Clear-fault auto accidents settle in 5-8 months post-treatment.
- • Commercial or complex injury cases settle in 9-12 months.
- • Serious injury or liability disputes take 2-5 years if they go to trial.
Understanding Personal Injury Lawsuits
To succeed in a personal injury lawsuit, our attorneys
work to prove that another party's negligence caused the
injury. Negligence refers to failing to take reasonable
care, which leads to harm. Three key elements must be
established in every personal injury case:
- • Negligence: Proving the defendant failed to act responsibly under the circumstances, such as neglecting to address unsafe conditions.
- • Causation: Demonstrating that this negligence was the direct cause of the injuries sustained by the plaintiff.
- • Injury: Providing clear evidence of the injury, including medical records and proof of how it has affected the plaintiff’s life.
Factors That Impact the Timeline of a Personal Injury Lawsuits
Several factors influence how long a case may take. The
type of negligence involved can affect the complexity of
proving the case, with simple cases like rear-end
collisions moving more quickly than medical malpractice
claims.
When liability is contested, cases can take longer. The
severity of the injuries and the duration of medical
treatment also impact the timeline. If the case involves
multiple defendants, or if a lawsuit is formally filed in
court, it may further extend the timeline.
Claim vs. Lawsuit
Many clients use claim and lawsuit interchangeably, when
in fact they are different and may affect the timeline.
A claim involves negotiations with the responsible party’s
insurance company without involving the court system. A
lawsuit, on the other hand, is a formal legal filing in
court that moves the case into the litigation process.
Many cases settle during the claims process, but if
necessary, the attorneys will file a lawsuit to ensure
their client’s rights are fully protected.
How Williams and Yoho Can Help
Our legal team at Williams and Yoho supports clients by
handling all communication with insurance companies,
protecting them from any pressure or unfair practices.
Attorneys thoroughly investigate each case, gather
evidence, and ensure all negligent parties are identified.
Beyond medical bills, the team considers all aspects of
the client’s suffering, including lost wages, diminished
earning capacity, and personal hardships. If negotiations
with the insurance company fail, our attorneys will file
the lawsuit in time to meet the statute of limitations.
For more information or to schedule a consultation, feel
free to reach out to us.