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How long will it take to settle my personal injury case followed an automobile accident? The answer to this question like many legal questions is “it depends”. Some automobile accident claims are settled soon after the accident when the injuries are very clear and the insurance limits are low. In most instances, it will take some time for the doctors to properly evaluate, diagnose, and treat the injury victim for a automobile accident related injury. It is not uncommon to have a patient or client treat for three months to six months following an automobile accident. In some cases, the treatment is even longer when the injury victim has ongoing symptoms including pain, discomfort, and loss of range of motion. Treatment can also be extended when a person requires a evaluation and care from a specialist like a neurologist, orthopedic surgeon, pain management doctor, and neurosurgeon. It is important for a person to have medical treatment and order address the injuries and complications brought on by an automobile accident. In most personal injury cases, the Florida personal injury attorney will wait until a person reaches and MMI which refers to at Maximum Medical Improvement. It is at this point in time that the doctors are able to summarize the care and treatment and also issue a final report as to permanent impairment when applicable. Generally speaking, it will take 3 to 6 months for most simple cases. It will take six months to a year I cases involving more extended medical care and treatment. And it will take one year to two years or longer if litigation is required in order to pursue or collect damages for compensation for accident related. Along the way, it is important for a person to have the advice consultation a representation of a Florida personal injury attorney to guide the person through the claims process and, when necessary the litigation process.