It can take two to three years for a case to go to trial. Settlement can happen any time prior to trial, or even during trial. On average, most wrongful death cases that do not settle take 18 to 24 months from start to finish. Following a verdict, the losing party can file an appeal, extending the case another 12 to 18 months.
I want to take the time to thank Teri and team for the work you've done on my behalf. At the time of the injury, I was having a great deal of trouble understanding what was being asked of me by my employer and the urgent care team, and afraid for my personal safety after being told to return to work the next day. My injury not only would have made it unsafe for me to perform my regular job duties, but it...
Mara B.
After the death of our father in a tragic motorcycle accident we called The Padberg Appelbaum Knepper law firm. Everyone on the staff was very compassionate about our painful situation. We can’t thank everyone enough for all of your hard work and dedication. Nothing will bring our father back but knowing that we had such caring and competent attorneys on our side made things a lot easier.
Tabitha A.
After being hit in a head-on collision by another driver, I contacted the lawyers at Padberg Appelbaum Knepper for representation. They were all so thoughtful and courteous and always available to answer my questions. l am extremely satisfied with the results of my case and would recommend the law firm to anyone looking for great representation.
Jennifer P.
I was driving my pickup truck to work near Festus, Missouri when a tractor-trailer driver working for a trucking company failed to stop at a stop sign and crashed into my pickup truck. The impact was very hard and caused me to hit my head on the windshield. After the accident, I underwent surgery to repair a herniated disc in my neck. The insurance company for the 18-wheeler trucking company refused to treat me fairly. I hired the Padberg Appelbaum Knepper law...
Jim D.
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