DUI case phases:
• Investigation: 1-3 months
• Medical treatment: Until maximum improvement
• Demand and negotiation: 2-4 months
• Litigation (if needed): 12-24 months
• Trial (if needed): 3-5 days
Simple cases settle faster; complex cases take longer.
Typical Timeline
Factors Affecting Timeline
What affects duration:
• Injury severity and treatment time
• Dispute over liability
• Multiple defendants
• Amount of damages
• Insurance company tactics
• Court schedules
• Injury severity and treatment time
• Dispute over liability
• Multiple defendants
• Amount of damages
• Insurance company tactics
• Court schedules
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I get money before my case settles?
We may be able to arrange medical treatment on a lien and connect you with litigation funding if needed to cover expenses during your case.
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