Navigating the Road to Resolution: How Long Does a Personal Injury, Wrongful Death, or Medical Malpractice Case Take?
From the Experts at Lexcura Summit Medical-Legal Consulting
When someone experiences a serious injury, tragic loss, or a harmful medical mistake, the path to justice can feel long and uncertain. Attorneys representing these clients know that timing is critical — not just for resolution, but for strategic case planning and preparation. At Lexcura Summit Medical-Legal Consulting, we support law firms across the U.S. with timely, accurate medical chronologies and case reviews to help move cases forward efficiently.
But how long does it actually take to resolve a personal injury, wrongful death, or medical malpractice case? The answer depends on several key factors.
⏱ Typical Timeline of a Civil Medical Case
1. Investigation and Case Evaluation (1–6 months)
After intake, attorneys collect records, review medical documents, and determine the merits of the case. This is where Lexcura Summit adds immense value. Our Legal Nurse Consultants (LNCs) create detailed medical chronologies and help identify deviations from standard care — often within 7 business days of receiving the records.
2. Filing the Complaint (1–2 months)
Once the case is deemed viable, your legal team will prepare and file the complaint. This includes identifying defendants, outlining allegations, and confirming jurisdiction.
3. Discovery Process (6–18 months)
This stage often takes the most time. It includes exchanging documents, medical expert reviews, depositions, and interrogatories. Accurate medical timelines are essential here to prevent delays. Our chronologies help attorneys streamline depositions and prep expert witnesses efficiently.
4. Mediation or Settlement Negotiations (variable)
Some cases settle early; others take years. Settlement talks can occur at any point, but often happen once the discovery phase is nearing completion.
5. Trial and Verdict (if necessary)
If settlement fails, the case proceeds to trial, which adds more months — and possibly appeals afterward.
🏥 How Lexcura Summit Helps Expedite the Process
Delays often stem from incomplete or disorganized medical records. Our team of over 200 licensed medical professionals provides:
Medical Chronologies within 7 business days
Breach of the standard of care analysis
Expert witness matching
Life Care Plans for catastrophic injury cases
Record organization and sorting
We help attorneys spend less time buried in records and more time building winning strategies.
⚖️ The Takeaway for Attorneys
While no case has a guaranteed timeline, strategic preparation shortens delays and increases the likelihood of a successful outcome. Lexcura Summit Medical-Legal Consulting exists to make that preparation faster, clearer, and more effective.
If you’re an attorney seeking support on a complex medical case, partner with a team that delivers clarity, clinical insight, and expert analysis — fast.
📬 Submit your case today or contact us at support@lexcurasummit.com
