There’s no set time that it takes to settle a truck accident case, with some cases stretching several months or years. The time can significantly increase if your case goes to trial. It is safe to say your truck accident case will most likely settle because insurance companies know the expense and risk of a trial. A full and fair settlement is in their favor before the case reaches the court. However, you can expect the negotiation process to carry on for a while. It’s common for insurance companies to settle the case right before a trial begins. They typically don’t agree to a settlement until they recognize the legitimate risk of a trial.