Resolving Your Personal Injury Case

Results from Nolo’s nationwide personal injury survey: how long the process takes, average settlements and awards, and how to increase the likelihood of a successful outcome.

The vast majority of personal injury claims settle to save time and money, and to avoid the risks of trial.

A lawyer's help can be key to getting the best result in any personal injury claim, but it's crucial in certain kinds of cases.

An injury-related insurance claim doesn't always require a lawyer's help, but make sure you know what you're getting into.

Mediation may be a quicker, cheaper, and less stressful path to settlement of your personal injury case.

When Uncle Sam might be able to get his hands on part of your injury settlement.

When you resolve a personal injury claim, expect your health insurer to try to recover any medical expenses it paid.

The hospital, your physician, or even EMS might have a valid lien that could affect your settlement.

Understanding the insurance adjuster's role can give you an advantage when negotiating your personal injury claim.

A look at your options when the insurance company says your injury isn't covered under the policy.

How do insurance companies value personal injury claims? They want you to think it's a mystery, but it's not. Learn more about claim valuation formulas and software.

You've got witnesses to the incident that led to your injuries, and the claims adjuster wants to talk to them. What now?

In evaluating your injury claim, the adjuster will request your medical records, and could ask for an independent medical examination (IME).

Protect your legal rights during and after your independent medical examination (IME) in a personal injury case.

If the insurance company is denying your injury claim or negotiating in bad faith, here's what you can do.

The basics of negotiating your personal injury settlement after an accident or injury.

Position yourself to get the best settlement from the insurance company after any kind of accident.

Tips on crafting the right strategy (and an effective written response) when the insurance company makes you an unreasonably low personal injury settlement offer.

What to expect at each stage of a typical personal injury case.

How the personal injury lawsuit process works, and what to expect.

After a personal injury lawsuit starts, the defendant must respond. That response—usually called an "answer"—does several important things.

Learn about the laws that set a strict filing deadline on your right to file a personal injury lawsuit.

Settling your personal injury case may be as easy as writing an effective demand letter.

A convincing demand letter is often the key to getting the best outcome for your personal injury claim.

Can you sue for compensation if you've been harmed by the state of California or a local California government?

If your case involves the potential liability of a Texas government agency or employee, your injury claim will need to follow a unique set of rules.

What if your injuries were caused by the action of a government entity or employee in Florida?

During your initial consultation with a personal injury lawyer, make sure all your concerns are addressed.

How to connect with the right attorney for you and your personal injury claim.