After you’ve been injured, you likely have large expenses that must be paid as soon as possible. Naturally, you may wonder how quickly you might receive a settlement for your damages and losses. You should understand that the time it takes to settle a personal injury in Tampa, FL, depends on several factors, such as:
- How Willing the Insurance Company Is to Make a Reasonable Offer
- The Severity of Your Injury
- The Complexity of Your Case
- The Strength of the Evidence
As you can see, the potential timeline has a wide span. In our experience, the soonest you might receive a settlement is within four to six weeks of filing the personal injury claim. In more complex and highly contested cases, it may take a year or longer to settle your claim.
Expedite the Process with an Experienced Lawyer
To better your chances of receiving a fair settlement, work with an experienced personal injury lawyer. By hiring a lawyer to represent your case, you can rest assured that the proper legal procedures will be followed for each step, streamlining the overall process and allowing you to focus on recovery. Furthermore, you need a lawyer to defend your rights against the insurance company’s legal team.