The duration of your case is dependent on its complexity. Personal injury cases can take months or years to be resolved depending on the period of discovery and whether you settle or go to court. Bankruptcy can be completed in a matter of months or years depending on the type you file. Chapter 7 bankruptcies are often resolved relatively quickly, whereas Chapter 13 bankruptcies last anywhere from 36 to 60 months.nnYou should also keep in mind that any appeals can lengthen the time it takes for your case to come to its conclusion.