How long does it take to settle the average Jones Act claim?
A: On average it may take anywhere from 3 to 18 months to reach a settlement. It is not beneath an insurance company--the actual party to pay out the claim, not the company--to hold out as long as possible in order to earn interest on the money they will eventually have to pay.
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