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We wish we could give you a single number, but every case moves at its own pace. Most follow the same path. First, you focus on medical care while we investigate and gather records. Once your doctors have a clear picture of your recovery, we present the claim and attempt to settle your case for the full policy limits. If a fair resolution isn’t offered, we may file a lawsuit, which adds evidence exchange, mediation, and possibly trial. What changes the timeline most is the length of your treatment, whether fault is disputed, how many insurers are involved, and court schedules. One thing doesn’t wait: Colorado generally allows three years to file a lawsuit over a vehicle crash and two years for many other injury claims, so it pays to start early.

We understand the appeal; it feels quick and simple. Please slow down first. You should always notify police of a crash that causes any injury or property damage. Injuries like whiplash or a concussion can (and frequently do) show up days later, and repair bills often grow once a shop looks behind the bumper. A cash handshake or a signed release can leave you paying the difference, and your own policy probably requires you to report the crash promptly. Whatever the other driver proposes, collect their name, license, plate, and insurance information, take photos, and don’t sign anything on the spot. For a small, damage-only fender bender, Glenn’s book, You Were Hit. Now What? available on Amazon, walks you through handling the claim yourself. If anyone was hurt, give us a call before you agree to anything.