Chats with Chip: Why Is My Person...
Chats with Chip: Why Is My Personal Injury Case Taking So Long?
From NOLA with the Forstalls by Jonathan Forstall
S2 · E4
Sep 1, 2026
24:00
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Why do some personal injury cases settle quickly while others take months, or even years?

In this episode of Chats with Chip, Jonathan Forstall sits down with his father, veteran New Orleans attorney Chip Forstall to break down what can affect the timeline of a personal injury case. From determining fault and completing medical treatment to insurance negotiations, serious injuries, litigation and trial dates, Chip explains why every case moves differently, and why rushing to settle isn’t always in a client’s best interest. Drawing on more than 40 years of experience, Chip also shares why patience can matter when pursuing a claim, what can finally push an insurance company toward a settlement, and why the relationship between an attorney and client should ultimately come down to trust, communication and good advice. If you’ve ever wondered,  ... 

Keywords
LAW FIRM
Chip Forstall
Injury attorney
Jonathan Forstall
NOLA
legal advise
Chats with Chip
Personal Injury Settlement