QUESTION
How long will my slip and fall case take?
Asked on Dec 18th, 2012 on Personal Injury - Ohio
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I had a sip and fall in a store water or some type of liquid was there. I have a lawyer. How long does a case like this take?
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Andrew T. Velonis, P.C.
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There is no set answer. It could take a few months, or a few years.
Answered on Jun 12th, 2013 at 12:20 AM
Ronald A. Steinberg
A long time. In case you were not told, you could lose and get nothing.
Answered on Dec 26th, 2012 at 5:25 AM
It's not possible to state with any certainty. These types of cases in Iowa can take between six months and two years to complete depending on the strength of the liability and damage case.
Answered on Dec 20th, 2012 at 2:13 PM
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The David F. Stoddard Law Firm
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Your lawyer is the best one to answer this. A case can end at any time a settlement is reached, which can be as early as a moth or two after you are released from the doctor. Some cases take longer to settle, such as six months to a year. Some cases cannot be settles and take as much a 3 years or more.
Answered on Dec 20th, 2012 at 2:11 PM
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Paul Whitfield and Associates P.A.
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When you are fully well, when all reports and bills are provided to the carrier, if there is liability you may get paid in 30 days. Slip and fall cases are not well thought of (pay attention to where you are walking is what the insurance co says) so don't expect much.
Answered on Dec 20th, 2012 at 2:11 PM
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You have a lawyer, so you should talk to your lawyer about that. Every case is different and your lawyer has the most information regarding the situation.
Answered on Dec 20th, 2012 at 7:21 AM
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Steven Kalishman, P.A. Law Offices
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Depends on the store and their insurance company. You need to wait until you have finished your treatment and have reached Maximum Medical Improvement (MMI) before making a demand.
Answered on Dec 20th, 2012 at 5:34 AM
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It is very hard to predict with any certainty. Slip and fall cases can be difficult to settle due to Ohio law. Many insurance companies will refuse to settle or will offer a very low amount that may seem insulting to you. Your lawyer may have to file a lawsuit to force the other side to take the case seriously. Thereafter, the length of time until your case goes to trial can be anywhere from 1 to 2 years from the date that the lawsuit is filed. Hope this helps.
Answered on Dec 19th, 2012 at 1:58 PM