Timeline and Expectations for a Personal Injury Case

In this episode, Texas personal injury attorney Larry Littleton, founder of Littleton Law Firm, shares insights from over four decades of fighting for injured Texans. He explains what clients should expect from the moment they make the first call to an attorney through settlement or trial.

Larry discusses why the severity of injuries, medical treatment, and documentation play such a critical role in shaping the length of a case. He breaks down the intake process, evidence gathering, negotiations, mediation, and the realities of jury trials in Texas. Larry also explains why less than one percent of cases actually go before a jury and what factors most often cause delays.

For anyone navigating the Texas personal injury process, this episode provides a clear, honest look at what the road ahead really looks like and why patience, preparation, and communication are essential.

Key Timestamps:

01:45 – Why Larry Littleton chose personal injury law and his passion for representing the underdog
04:10 – How injury severity impacts the overall case timeline
06:00 – The importance of fast intake, witness statements, and medical attention
08:30 – Why jury trials are rare and how verdicts vary by jurisdiction
10:15 – The mediation process and how settlements are negotiated
12:40 – Common causes of case delays, from ongoing treatment to missing medical records
14:55 – How communication helps manage client expectations during long cases
16:25 – Why “quick money” in personal injury cases is a dangerous myth

Episode Description:

In Episode 1, personal injury attorney Larry Littleton draws on decades of experience to explain the timeline of a personal injury case in Texas. He details each stage, from intake and investigation to settlement or trial, and reveals why cases often take longer than clients expect. Larry also breaks down mediation, the impact of medical records, and the myth of fast settlements. His insights provide injured Texans with a realistic understanding of the process and the reassurance that preparation and persistence lead to the best outcomes.