Every personal injury case is different, and that means that each one takes a different amount of time to settle. There are different factors that can delay the settlement of your case and the delivery of your compensation, but you don’t have to worry too much. A New Jersey personal injury lawyer from our firm will do everything that they can to deal with these obstacles and get your case settled as promptly as possible.
What Kinds of Things Can Delay the Settlement of My Claim?
There are a few factors that tend to delay the settlement of personal injury claims. Some common issues include:
Medical care: If the plaintiff is still receiving medical care, that can make it difficult to settle a claim. You usually have to wait until you have reached “maximum medical improvement,” meaning that you are as healthy and active as you are going to be in the short term.
Lack of evidence: It can be tougher to settle a case when there isn’t a lot of evidence. That’s why it can be helpful to have a lawyer who can help you gather all of the evidence needed to build a strong case.
Delayed responses: Sometimes people involved in the case just don’t respond to requests in a timely manner. This can delay a settlement.
The involvement of multiple parties: A car accident case involving two drivers is often easier to settle than one involving three or more parties.
Arguments over fault: If it’s hard to show who is responsible for the accident, that can make negotiations stretch on for longer.
Disagreements about damages: If you ask for more in damages than a defendant is willing to pay, they might try to talk you down or you can struggle to reach a settlement.
What Can I Do If I Think the Insurer is Delaying the Settlement of My Claim?
In some cases, the insurance company for the defendant is the main reason for the delay. If you believe that the insurer is not negotiating in good faith, that can be a major problem. Insurers might refuse to investigate or try to turn policy language against you. Sometimes there are even threats and attempts at intimidation to deal with! This can be tough to deal with on your own, which is why we recommend hiring a lawyer to deal with this. Our law firm has experience negotiating with insurance companies and addressing bad behavior.
Talk to a Personal Injury Attorney
If you got hurt in an accident and you believe that someone else is to blame, contact Falcon Law Firm. We can schedule a free consultation and take the time to learn more about your case. We are ready to help you fight for the compensation that you deserve.
