{"id":373707,"date":"2016-12-06T18:37:51","date_gmt":"2016-12-06T23:37:51","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/content.findlaw-admin.com\/ability-law\/state\/maine-law\/maine-car-accident-settlement-process-and-timeline.html"},"modified":"2025-06-26T16:09:17","modified_gmt":"2025-06-26T21:09:17","slug":"maine-car-accident-settlement-process-and-timeline","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.findlaw.com\/state\/maine-law\/maine-car-accident-settlement-process-and-timeline.html","title":{"rendered":"Maine Car Accident Settlement Process and Timeline"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
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Maine Car Accident Settlement Process and Timeline<\/h1>\n
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\n By Susan Buckner, J.D.<\/a> | Legally reviewed by Catherine Hodder, Esq.<\/a>\n | Last updated\n
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The car accident settlement process and timeline in Maine can range from several months to several years depending on the severity of personal injury and property damage and whether a lawsuit is filed.<\/b><\/blockquote>\r\n

Most of us will be in a car accident at some point. Most car accidents are minor, and the biggest injury might be to our ego. Still, even minor fender-benders can result in serious injuries. When this happens, what are you supposed to do?<\/p>\r\n

What you do in the moments immediately following a motor vehicle accident<\/a> is critical. Not only is it essential that you protect your health, but you also want to preserve evidence for car accident claim you may have.<\/p>\r\n

This article explains what to do after your Maine car accident<\/a>. It also outlines the Maine car accident settlement process<\/a> and timeline so you’ll know what to expect in the weeks and months following the collision.<\/p>\r\n

If you\u2019ve recently suffered an injury in any type of motor vehicle accident, consider speaking with a car accident lawyer<\/a>. We’ve also included a section at the bottom of this page with links to other helpful FindLaw articles.<\/p>\r\n

Steps To Take Immediately After Your Maine Car Accident<\/b><\/h2>\r\n

Your actions after a car crash will affect your legal options. What may not seem like a big deal at the time could make or break your ability to collect collect damages<\/a>. To increase your chances of receiving compensation for medical bills, lost wages<\/a>, and property damages, take the following steps immediately after your Maine motor vehicle accident:<\/p>\r\n