How long does a personal injury trial take?

A typical personal injury trial in Colorado lasts 3-7 days, though complex cases involving catastrophic injuries, multiple defendants, or extensive expert testimony can take longer. The trial itself includes jury selection (often half a day to a full day), opening statements, presentation of evidence from both sides, closing arguments, and jury deliberation. Before trial, there's extensive preparation—organizing evidence, preparing witnesses, and developing strategy. At Kane Trial Law, we invest significant time in trial preparation because thorough preparation is what wins verdicts.