Again, this varies from case-to-case.  Many cases are settled within months of retaining counsel and some even prior to suit.  Others take longer.  Factors that can affect the length that a lawsuit may take, including, though are not limited to, where the action is pending, the complexity of the lawsuit, the nature and extent of the injuries involved, and ongoing medical treatment.  Kooi Law Firm will be able to provide you with an educated guess as to how long your case may take during your initial consultation, but this is only speculation based on our experience in this area. No attorney can guarantee how long a case will take from beginning to end.