A personal injury case can take just a few months to resolve. It could also take more than a year. Unfortunately, there’s just no set timeline for this. If you’re looking for compensation after an accident of any kind, the specifics of your case are going to affect how long it takes to get a settlement or a verdict. Fortunately, a Nueces County, Texas personal injury lawyer from our firm is ready to help you seek out compensation no matter how long it takes.
What Can Affect How Long It Takes to Resolve My Case?
Every case is different, but there are a few factors that are likely to affect how long it takes a lawsuit to resolve whether you’ve been injured in a car accident, a slip and fall, or some other kind of accident. Important elements include:
- The complexity of the case
- How many parties are involved in your case
- How serious your injuries are
- How much compensation you are seeking
- How willing each party is to negotiate
- How much evidence you have
- Whether the plaintiff is partly to blame for the accident
Do I Have to Go to Court to Resolve My Case?
You may not have to. Many personal injury cases can resolve before they end up in a courtroom. Your lawyer will negotiate with insurance companies and other lawyers on your behalf to try to reach a settlement. If one can be reached before you go to court and you approve it, then there’s no need to appear in front of a judge and jury.
Sometimes a settlement simply cannot be reached though. This is when it’s time to let a jury decide. Your lawyer can prepare you for court and give you more information about the pros and cons of going to trial.
What Can a Lawyer Do to Help Me Resolve My Case?
You are not required to hire a lawyer, but going it alone when suing for damages can be tough. It’s hard to prove negligence and you probably don’t have as much experience negotiating with insurers as a lawyer from our firm would. Our attorney can also help you with:
- The gathering of evidence
- Calculating fair compensation
- Filing a suit before the statute of limitations expires
- Preparing for testimony
- Fielding settlement offers
Will I Receive My Personal Injury Settlement All at Once?
In some cases, yes. You may be able to receive your entire settlement at once. It’s also possible that you will be offered a structured settlement that pays you what you’re owed over time. In some cases, you might even have a choice between the two arrangements.
Ask About Our Free Case Consultations
If you want to know more about your legal options after an accident, contact Sahadi Legal Group. We can schedule a free consultation for you. Meet with our team and figure out your next steps today.
