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Collisions involving large commercial vehicles often result in severe consequences. If you have been in a trucking crash, you may have sustained catastrophic injuries that leave you with extensive medical bills and months of recovery time away from work.

An experienced personal injury attorney could answer your question, “How long does a truck accident lawsuit take?” Our legal team at KGS Law PLLC could explain the factors that influence this timeline and help guide you through the process.

How Long Does the Typical Truck Accident Lawsuit Take?

Every trucking accident lawsuit is different. However, we could estimate how long your trucking crash claim may take based on some of our most successful cases. The timeline generally depends on the complexity of the case and the stage at which it resolves.

Investigation and Treatment: 1 to 6 Months

This phase includes gathering evidence such as police reports, medical records, and the truck’s black box data. During this timeframe, we could also determine when you achieve maximum medical improvement (MMI).

Pre-Suit Negotiations: 6 to 12 Months

During this phase, our attorneys could review the evidence and negotiate directly with the trucking company’s insurance provider. If we reach a fair settlement, the case concludes here. If not, we could file a lawsuit on your behalf.

Litigation and Discovery: 6 to 12 Months

Once we formally file your lawsuit, we exchange documents with the trucking company’s attorney, take depositions, and undergo mediation. We may receive a fair settlement offer during this phase.

Trial: 1 to 3 Years (or Longer)

If mediation fails, we could take your case to trial. In Harris County specifically, court dockets are large, which could significantly delay trial dates for truck accident cases.

Does MMI Affect Your Lawsuit?

MMI significantly affects how long your trucking accident lawsuit could take. This is the point in your recovery when your condition has stabilized and is unlikely to get any better, even with additional medical treatment.

MMI serves as the critical milestone when your attorney could accurately calculate the full value of your claim. If we file too soon, you could risk losing a settlement for future medical expenses.

Could an Attorney Help Shorten This Timeline?

Our knowledgeable legal team could make a significant difference in the timeframe for settling your truck crash claim in court. By preventing insurance stall tactics, efficiently managing the discovery process, and applying pressure with settlement demands, our attorneys could help pursue justice for your damages.

Contact Us for an Estimated Timeline of Your Truck Accident Lawsuit

Our Houston-based team of skilled personal injury attorneys at KGS Law PLLC is here to help expedite your truck accident lawsuit. While the court process takes time, there are legal strategies we could employ to help resolve your matter faster.

Call our firm today to set up your free consultation and learn how long a truck accident lawsuit takes.