Lawsuits are settled in the time it takes to investigate them and bring them to their natural conclusion. That being said, it is important to not miss anything when bringing a lawsuit to light. A personal injury lawsuit has many parts that need to be reviewed before the settlement can take place. It is important not to rush this process and to wait for all of the pieces to fall into place. Nothing will be gained for rushing towards a settlement. More than likely, by rushing something important will be left out, never to be considered again.
You should call an attorney as soon as you have been injured in an accident or a car crash. This is because you will no doubt hear from the insurance company of the at-fault party. There are some protocols that you need to follow when dealing with the other person’s insurance company. By talking to an attorney, you will not be giving away the chance at a larger settlement, as the attorney will tell you what you need to know.
It will be to your advantage to work with an attorney at every stage of your lawsuit. This is because a legal representative will always be working with your best interest in mind. The insurance companies are working for their best interest. The only way to balance the scales in your favor during settlements is to work with an injury and accident attorney who knows how to negotiate full settlements for you.
Before you will have an opportunity to settle your claim, you will need to submit the personal injuries that were sustained in the accident to the insurance company for review. The insurance company will investigate the claim. The insurance company will also review the gathered medical bills, expenses, and other paperwork gathered to determine the total amount of expenses claimed for the loss. They will review this total figure of money claimed and square it against their reserves for this loss. If they can settle the claim under the amount reserved to do so, all the better for them.
The general types of personal injury claim that arises as the result of an accident are as follows:
Once the personal injury has been identified, it will need to be proved by the person claiming it. Personal injuries can be simple or complex and may include more than one of these, such as:
If you have been in an accident, you may have received EMT help at the scene of the accident. If you have not been checked out by a healthcare provider, you may want to do that in the days following an accident. Many people who refuse care at the scene of an accident regret it. That is because some injuries don’t manifest themselves until several days later. You may have sustained a bruise, ignored it thinking that you were fine, only to find out a few days later that the sprain you thought you had was a bone fracture. It is important to always be checked over for internal injuries or fractures after an accident such as a car crash or slip and fall.
Settlements can be made rather quickly, if the injuries are minor. If there is a car accident that is minor, and the personal injuries are only bumps and scrapes, this claim could be settled quickly. For example, in a slip and fall accident where the person who fell had a cut over the eye, the claim can be settled in one week. If the individual only received a few stitches, and the scar was not visible upon healing, this claim will easily be reviewed and settled in about a week or week and a half’s timeframe.
It may take longer to settle a claim if the injuries are significant. If you have an injury and the settlement comes to an end in around one month, that settlement will have reviewed a moderate injury. If the injury is cut and dried to the extent that there will more than likely not be any additional disability claimed for the future, it is appropriate to settle this one in around one month.
Remember that any settlement that you make is a full and final settlement. You will not have the chance to go back in and settle for more at a later date. You need the expert advice of an attorney at these stages to help you to settle for the full amount that is due to you.
Permanent disabilities may need longer to settle. If a moderate injury turns into a permanent disability, it will take longer to settle out for you. When you settle a claim, you want to know that your reimbursement package will provide for your care for years to come. You would actually not want that settlement to be rushed, and forget any critical aspects of the settlement package. In that case, it is appropriate that the settlement take several months. In that time, the medical documents need to be gathered and certified, and any expert opinion from doctors needs to be reviewed regarding your diagnosis.
If you have had to go to physical therapy, you will be in a better position to know the seriousness of your injury if you have waited to settle the claim. Many times, people after several months can get a better idea of their disability, whether it is permanent or temporary, and what services that they will need in the future.
If there are compound injuries or new surgeries that need to be scheduled, these settlements may take longer than a few months. It will be unusual that the settlement will take a year to settle, but it can happen. If a settlement takes longer than a few months, it may be because the person injured may need to have emergency surgeries, or has other complications that are added to the original injury. In either case, it is critical that you talk to an attorney at these times. You do not want to have anything be forgotten or not added at the last minute, especially with a disability that is life-changing and permanent.
If you are wondering how much time will be needed to settle a personal injury claim, you can just give us a call for the best answer. If you have been the victim of a personal injury in any circumstance, just give us a call. We will work hard to get you the compensation that you deserve in every case. If you have been in an accident and have a claim for personal injuries, you need to give us a call. Just call us at (833) 254-2923. We look forward to hearing from you today.
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To quickly resolve matters following an accident, insurance companies will offer you less than you deserve in compensation for your injuries. Many victims feel pressured to accept these offers as the bills begin to pile up, but that is rarely a good idea. The insurance company is looking to protect its bottom line; and will offer injured victims less than they deserve. An experienced personal injury attorney understands how to negotiate with the insurance company and can look out for your best interests by getting you the compensation you deserve after an injury. If you or a loved one has been injured in an accident, it is important to avoid negotiating or providing recorded statements to the insurance company without first seeking help from a qualified personal injury attorney.
The best way to determine if you have a personal injury case is to speak with a knowledgeable attorney. Our legal professionals have the expertise to evaluate your case and determine a strong legal strategy so that you can obtain the greatest amount of compensation possible under the law. We will enlist investigators, assistants, and other specialists to collect accident reports, speak with witnesses to your accident, and put together a plan. While you focus on your physical recovery, we will remain committed to fighting for the compensation that you deserve.
Accident victims have a limited time to file a personal injury lawsuit. This time period is referred to as the statute of limitations, and in Atlanta, it lasts only two years. This means that if you or a loved one has been injured in an accident, you have only two years to pursue a personal injury suit. If you wait too long to reach out to an experienced attorney, you might be forever barred from seeking the compensation you deserve.
During your initial consultation with CEO Lawyer team, we will go over the important details of your personal injury accident, which include the nature and extent of your injuries, how your injuries have impacted your ability to earn a paycheck, the cost of your medical treatment, and whether further medical treatment will be required. We will answer any questions you might have, as well, in regards to our experience, our track record of success, and what to expect from the legal process. Many personal injury victims wonder if they will be able to afford the legal fees required to pursue a lawsuit. CEO Lawyer injury and accident attorneys will not ask for any type of upfront fee unless we are successful in obtaining compensation for you. That means that if you have been harmed in a motor vehicle accident, slip and fall accident, defective product accident, or any other type of personal injury accident, you can absolutely afford to contact our law office today for assistance. In fact, you cannot afford to wait. Reach out today. We understand that some accident victims might have already obtained the assistance of an attorney but may be dissatisfied with the services provided. We are standing by and prepared to help you change legal representation, regardless of where you are in the process.
If you or a loved one has been injured in any type of personal injury accident, you should not hesitate to speak with the experienced attorneys at CEO Lawyer personal injury law firm. Call, email, or fill out our online contact form today so that we can begin helping you pursue the compensation you deserve.