Many of our clients understandably want to know at the outset how long their claim will take – but because each injury is unique, it can be difficult to predict how long a case will take to resolve.
How long do injury claims take to settle?
Partners Warren Maxwell (Personal Injury) and Alison Goldney (Clinical Negligence) explain in this short video what factors affect the timeline of an injury claim, and offer some estimates of how long the kinds of claims we handle typically take
What will affect how long an injury claim takes?
- The client’s needs: Our lawyers will usually only advise clients to settle a case when we have evidence about their long-term needs and when we are confident it’s the best possible outcome for them. How long it takes to assess those long-term needs will be a major factor in the timeline of the claim and this will differ for each individual.
- The defendant’s stance: While the person or organisation at fault for the injury (and/or their insurer) may accept liability immediately, there is no guarantee that they will do so. Usually, the sooner liability is admitted, the sooner the claim can conclude.
- The type of claim: How the person sustained their injury will also affect timings. Medical negligence claims often take longer than other types of claims, because of the nature of the expert evidence that is required to prove the case.
Personal injury claims frequently asked questions
Embarking on a compensation claim after experiencing a personal injury might seem overwhelming. However, our expert team of injury solicitors is committed to guiding you through the claims process with the goals of maximising your recovery and securing for you the compensation that will allow you to live the life you want to live with financial security.
As part of Life Beyond Injury insight series we have produced a collection of short videos covering the frequently asked questions you may have about the medical claim process.
