How long will it take to settle my injury accident claim?

A: Generally, the more serious and long lasting the injuries, the longer the claim may take to resolve. There are exceptions of course.

The length of time is really dependent on the length of your recovery, or until you reach maximum improvement. When you settle, you want to be sure you have accounted for all of your damages, past and future. Once you settle, you can’t reopen the claim.

With many types of injuries, it may take months or years before you know a firm prognosis and how much future treatment may be necessary. You’ll want to negotiate a settlement once you become fixed and stable. You’ll want to settle once you are reasonably certain of how much your past and future losses will be.