Cases can often be resolved as quickly as a few weeks without the need for a formal litigation process. In some cases, your injury attorney can coordinate directly with the other party and the insurance companies to achieve a swift resolution. There are instances where litigation is necessary – which can continue for up to a year or more – but the majority of cases usually fall somewhere in the middle. You have some control over the amount of time your case will take to reach a settlement, but it depends on the complexity of your claim.