Sustaining injuries in a car accident can be incredibly frustrating, as it can lead to astronomical medical bills and an inability to enjoy the things you once loved. As such, recovering compensation can help you get back on a path to normalcy. Unfortunately, though, events out of your control can delay your car accident claim, meaning it can take a long time to recover the funds you deserve. Understanding the factors that can cause a delay is critical to preparing yourself for this process and highlights the importance of connecting with car accident attorneys who can help you fight for justice.
What can delay a car accident claim?
One of the most common reasons that accident claims can take longer to pursue is because of delayed response times between parties. If the defendant and their attorney take too long to respond to you and your attorney’s communications, it can drag out the process of recovering the funds you deserve. This can also impact the discovery process, as the other party may take a considerably long time to send the requested information to your legal team or review their own documents.
The injuries you sustain in the collision can also impact how long your settlement takes. In some instances, your injuries may be incredibly severe or complex, meaning it can take time to determine the full extent of the damages you are entitled to. This is because your doctors would need to figure out when you would achieve maximum medical improvement or a full recovery, as well as additional procedures that could occur during or after your settlement negotiations.
You may also find that having to proceed to trial in the event that settlement negotiations are unsuccessful can also impact the amount of time your claim can take to finalize.
Why is having legal representation important?
When you are involved in a car accident in which you suffer damages and you wish to pursue compensation for the injuries inflicted, it’s in your best interest to enlist legal representation. Though you may think your case is open-and-shut, this is not always the case as the other party, their insurance, and their attorney will do everything possible to avoid liability and reduce the overall value of your claim. Working with an experienced lawyer is critical to fighting for the best possible outcome for your circumstances. Your attorney can not only gather evidence to help prove that the other party is responsible, but they will also collect proof to show the full extent of the damages you endured to help you recover the compensation you deserve.
At Friedman Schuman Layser , our team understands how complicated these matters can be, which is why we are proud to help injured Pennsylvanians through these matters. If you’ve been injured, we can help. Contact our firm today to discuss the circumstances of your case with a member of our team.
