How long does it take to settle a car accident case in Charlotte?

The amount of time it takes to settle a Charlotte car accident claim varies from case to case. Generally, straightforward car accident cases that do not go to court can be resolved in weeks or within six months.
 
If a case goes to trial, it can take much longer to settle. Complex car accident lawsuits, such as those that involve multiple parties, can take two or more years to resolve.
 
Several key factors affect the length of your case. These include the type of injury you sustained, whether the opposing insurance company is cooperative, the complexity of the claim and whether a trial is necessary. When complicated insurance issues are involved, it may lead to a lengthy court battle.
 
Once a settlement is accepted, your case is over. Because you have only one opportunity to obtain damages for your losses, filing a lawsuit or settling your claim too early could cause you to miss out (depending on your injures and the facts of your case) on tens or even hundreds of thousands of dollars in compensation. An insurance company’s first settlement offer is unlikely to cover the full extent of damages you sustained.