After a St. Louis construction site accident lawyer has investigated your claim and determined there is a case, they will work towards reaching a fair settlement with the responsible parties and their insurance companies. If a fair settlement cannot be reached, the case will proceed to a workers’ compensation hearing or a jury trial, depending on the type of claim that is filed.
At Padberg Appelbaum Knepper, it has been our experience that in a civil case, once a lawsuit is filed, a jury trial is scheduled within 18 to 24 months; however, a settlement can take place at any time throughout the litigation process.