Q: How long does a wrongful death lawsuit takes to be settled
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Lawsuits involving wrongful death can take anywhere from months to years for settlement. Settlement may never even come and a trial may be necessary. Speak to your attorney regarding a time frame for your specific case.
Disclaimer: This answer is not intended to be legal advice and cannot be relied upon as such. This answer is not intended to create an attorney-client relationship. Taylor Silver always recommends speaking to an attorney face to face for all legal questions in order to get legal advice.
A: Depends on the nature of the case. Much depends on who is at fault and to what degree, the nature of the claims, and what insurance there is.
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