How long does a car accident case take?
Every case is different. Some take up to 8 months; others 1 to 2 years, or 3 years, depending on how serious your injuries are.
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What sets the timeline
- Some cases take up to 8 months; others 1 to 2 years, or 3 years.
- How serious your injuries are: physical therapy versus surgery or injections.
- Accepting the insurer's quick offer before your injuries are confirmed lowers the value of your case.
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This quick check is not legal advice. Every case still needs to be reviewed by an attorney.
Common questions
How long can a personal injury case take?
Every case is different. Some cases really have no set time frame; some can take up to 8 months, 1-2 years, or 3 years. It really depends on the seriousness of your case.
What happens if the insurance company offers quick money?
Never accept it. They will always reach out to the client to try to offer them money so they don't move forward with a lawsuit.
What if the client has no money to pay a lawyer at the beginning?
We don't charge the client at the beginning of the case. We charge them only if we win the case.
