How Long Does a Personal Injury Lawsuit Take?

Individuals who have experienced a personal injury may face difficulties that impact their daily lives. Some may find their quality of life altered, such as a parent who, due to a spinal cord injury, may encounter challenges in engaging in activities like playtime with their children.

Personal injury law allows victims to file a claim against the at-fault party for their injuries and damages. Even so, an insurance claim may not yield a positive outcome, explaining the need to file a lawsuit.

A personal injury lawsuit allows the victim to pursue a fair settlement and obtain a court order compelling the liable party to fulfill the compensation. 

Consider engaging a trusted personal injury attorney at The Barnes Firm to obtain legal advice and support after an accident.

How Long Does a Personal Injury Lawsuit Take?

A personal injury lawsuit can take a few months to several years since each case differs. 

Several factors can delay the lawsuit, including:

• The severity of the injury
• The settlement amount, 
• Clarity of negligence
• The complexity of the case.

Generally, most cases take approximately one to two years to settle. 

After a severe injury, most people prefer to settle the cases quickly to allow them to move on with life. While getting behind the incident seems logical, settling too quickly can lead to a raw deal.

Settling too quickly can blind you from the full extent of medical expenses and other losses related to the injury. An experienced personal injury attorney will advise you to prioritize getting all the medical attention and treatment required to help you obtain Maximum Medical Improvement(MMI).

If you’re still recovering from the injury, it may be challenging to understand the full extent of your injuries. Consequently, you may not understand the actual value of your claim.

Factors That May Slow Down a Personal Injury Lawsuit

Nature of the Injury

It is easier to establish the liable party in some form of injury than others. For instance, if you develop complications due to a wrong prescription, you need substantial evidence to prove your case, unlike a car accident injury caused by a tailgating driver.

The Time an Injury Takes to Heal

If you’ve sustained a broken arm injury, it may take a few months to heal, unlike a severe brain injury, which may take years to heal. Your case may take several years if you need more time to heal and determine the extent of your injuries.

Number of Parties Involved

A personal injury lawsuit can take a while if several people are responsible for your injuries. The case can become complicated if the insurers involved start shifting blame. In other instances, some liable parties are willing to settle a claim to avoid the negative publicity of the lawsuit.

Speak to an Experienced Personal Injury Attorney to Speed Up Your Lawsuit

If you’ve sustained a severe facial injury, you need finances to cater to medication, surgical costs, transport to and from doctor’s appointments, and prescriptions. Unfortunately, a lengthy lawsuit can delay your quest for quality treatment.

Consider speaking to an experienced personal injury attorney from The Barnes Firm.  Our attorneys are available 24/7 to speak with you about your case.

Contact us online or call us at (800) 800-0000 for a free case evaluation.

Richard Barnes – President of The Barnes Firm

Richard Barnes: “As President of The Barnes Firm, I have dedicated my career to achieving justice in hundreds of cases for the victims of injuries caused through the fault of others. Additionally, I have been honored to have been elected Best Lawyer and a Super Lawyer”

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