How and When are Personal Injury Settlements Paid Out?
Your personal injury attorney will either negotiate a fair settlement on your behalf or will take your case to trial. If the settlement is negotiated, then you can usually expect to receive your check within 4-6 weeks from the time you sign the paperwork agreeing to accept the negotiated amount.  Following a personal injury lawsuit in which you prevail, you can also expect to receive your check within six weeks.