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What is the first step in a personal injury lawsuit?
How long does it take to get a personal injury settlement?
Can I speed up my case?
What if my case goes to trial?
Can I still file a claim if my symptoms appeared months after the accident?
What happens if I miss the filing deadline?
Can I change my lawyer during my case?
Will I have to testify in court?
What happens if the defendant doesn’t respond to my lawsuit?
Do personal injury lawyers charge upfront fees?
What is the first step in a personal injury lawsuit?
Filing a claim and investigating the accident with an attorney.
How long does it take to get a personal injury settlement?
A few months to several years, depending on complexity.
Can I speed up my case?
Providing strong evidence and having an attorney negotiate aggressively helps.
What if my case goes to trial?
Trials can take a year or more, but most cases settle before reaching court.
Can I still file a claim if my symptoms appeared months after the accident?
Yes, but medical records must link your injuries to the accident.
What happens if I miss the filing deadline?
Your claim may be barred forever, with few exceptions.
Can I change my lawyer during my case?
Yes, but it may slow down the process if your new lawyer needs time to catch up.
Will I have to testify in court?
Not necessarily—many cases are settled out of court.
What happens if the defendant doesn’t respond to my lawsuit?
You may win a default judgment if they fail to respond.
Do personal injury lawyers charge upfront fees?
No, most work on a contingency fee basis (no win, no fee).