Case Velocity: Why Personal Injury Cases Slow Down Even When Liability Is Clear

The Golden Pear Law Corner

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In this special micro-capsule of The Golden Pear Law Corner, we take a closer look at a question that comes up often in personal injury cases: why do cases slow down even when liability is clear? Clear fault doesn’t always translate into momentum. In this episode, we explore how friction — not lack of effort — is usually what causes delays. From medically necessary treatment timing and documentation flow to financial timing gaps, we break down where case velocity tends to break down and why. We also discuss what case velocity really means in practice, and how removing friction — rather than rushing cases forward — helps keep cases on track without compromising care or decision-making. This micro-capsule is part of an ongoing series designed to share practical insights between our regular episodes.