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The Claim Timeline Estimator

Six questions about your crash, and a stage-by-stage range for how long each part of a claim usually takes. Ranges only. No case values, no promises.

  • Free to use, no sign-up
  • Nothing you select is sent anywhere
  • Timeline ranges, not case values
  • Last reviewed: 18 August 2026
ANSWER SIX QUESTIONS

What drives the length of a claim

Severity, treatment status, and whether fault is contested account for most of the variation between a claim that closes in two months and one that runs for two years.

What did the crash involve?
How serious are the injuries?
Where is treatment up to?
Is fault disputed?
How many vehicles were involved?
Was a commercial or government vehicle involved?
Estimated range
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Answer the questions to see a range.
What this is and is not. These are typical ranges drawn from how claims usually progress, not a prediction about yours. Nothing you select is sent anywhere or stored. A claim can move faster or far slower than this for reasons no calculator can see. Most importantly, your state filing deadline runs whatever stage negotiation has reached, so confirm that date in your state guide rather than inferring it from this tool. General information only, not legal advice.
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