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New Hampshire Car Accident Settlement Process and Timeline<\/h1>\n
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\n By Christie Nicholson, J.D.<\/a> | Legally reviewed by Catherine Hodder, Esq.<\/a>\n | Last updated\n
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The process and timeline for car accident settlements in New Hampshire can range from several months to years depending on the severity of the personal injury, extent of property damage, and whether a lawsuit is filed.<\/b><\/blockquote>\r\n

Whether you\u2019re merging onto I-293 from downtown Manchester or pulling into your local grocery store, there\u2019s always a chance of getting into a motor vehicle accident<\/a>. Most car accidents are minor fender-benders where you emerge unsettled but uninjured. If you are hurt in a serious car accident, do you know what to do?<\/p>\r\n

Most of the time, car accident victims submit their insurance claim and receive a check a relatively soon afterward. This will not always the case. Certain aspects of accidents, such as medical expenses, can delay a settlement. If you suffer severe bodily injury in a car crash, you may have a valid claim for damages.<\/p>\r\n

This article explains how the car accident settlement process<\/a> works in New Hampshire. It also lays out the settlement timeline and why your car accident claim may settle out of court or go to trial.<\/p>\r\n

If you\u2019ve recently been involved in a serious car accident, contact a local personal injury attorney<\/a>. For additional resources on this and other related topics, we’ve included links to helpful FindLaw articles at the bottom of this page.<\/p>\r\n

Steps To Take Immediately After a New Hampshire Car Accident<\/b><\/h2>\r\n

There are certain things you should try to do immediately after a car crash that will protect your auto accident claim. Following these steps will help your car accident lawyer have a much better chance of getting you a fair settlement<\/a>.<\/p>\r\n

Regardless of the seriousness of your car accident, you should take the following steps to preserve your claim for damages:<\/p>\r\n