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How long should my injury claim after a car accident take?

How long should my injury claim after a car accident take?

Too often, I hear potential personal injury clients weary about the process when they have been in a car accident or a truck accident, slipped and fell at a store, or been injured while at work, and someone else is responsible for the injuries. They have heard through the grapevine that personal injury lawyers waste time, and around every corner is a bad experience from a friend or family member who complain that the process was just too long. So how long should a personal injury claim take? What is the average amount of time an injury claim takes after a car wreck or truck accident? What is the general process of an injury claim after an accident? If you are looking for answers to these questions, look no further!

Q: How long does a personal injury claim normally take?

It really depends on the facts of your individual case, but generally, 6-8 months, if your matter is able to reach a settlement without a lawsuit. If a lawsuit is necessary, the process slows down because you’re are at the mercy of the Court scheduling system.

Q: Do all injury claims require your lawyer to file a lawsuit?

No! In fact, most injury claims settle without a lawsuit being filed. Normally, blame, or “liability” is clear. It’s just a matter of your personal injury attorney arguing for the damages you sustained as a result of the other person’s negligence. Often times, your injury attorney may be able to reach a resolution for you without filing a lawsuit.

Q: What are the general steps a law office will take to address my injury claim?

Every law firm is different. At The Patel Firm PLLC, we move quickly and aggressively early on. Evidence can be spoiled. Stories can change. We work around the clock at the beginning of a client’s injury claim to secure evidence and witness statements, while addressing our client’s injuries by making sure they are able to visit the best doctor’s available.

At The Patel Firm PLLC, we don’t waste time. Plain and simple. Every injury after a car accident or truck accident is different, and no one can say how long a specific case may take. At The Patel Firm PLLC, all we do is handle injury claims for injured people after a car accident, truck accident, or other catastrophic event. We can guarantee we will operate efficiently and effectively to make sure your claim is handled as quickly as possible. Call us today. 24/7/365, someone at The Patel Firm PLLC is ready and waiting to take your call.

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