Filing a personal injury case, whether it stems from an injury sustained in a car accident, slip and fall accident, workplace accident, or any other type of accident, is always complex. The legal system can be difficult to navigate for someone not familiar with the law, legal jargon and courtroom procedures. In addition, the victim may be up against powerful insurance company that has vast resources to hire experienced attorneys who will file excessive motions, which can delay the case, in an attempt to get the victim to settle outside of the courtroom for far less than what their case is worth.

Because of the complexity of personal injury cases, it is wise for an injury victim to seek representation from an experienced personal injury attorney who knows the law and can stand up to insurance company lawyers. However, many injury victims are hesitant to hire an attorney to handle their case. They think they cannot afford an attorney or believe they are capable of representing their own interests in court. If you have are considering whether or not you should hire an attorney to represent you in your personal injury case, here are a few things you need to know:

The defendants will most likely have an attorney representing them, and the resources of a powerful insurance company to back them up, as well. More often than not, plaintiffs do not have any idea on how to build a solid case. This is why you should hire a lawyer. An experienced attorney will gather the necessary evidence, file all requisite motions and documents, and examine and cross-examine witnesses in order to prove that the defendants' negligence caused your injuries. The bottom line is, if you do not have a legal expert on your side, you might not be able to recover the compensation that you deserve.

The at-fault party's insurance company will do everything it can to try to get you to settle for an amount that will not compensate you for all of your out-of-pocket expenses. An experienced personal injury attorney can help you assess all of your damages "" both now and in the future "" to ensure you are receiving a fair amount for your injuries. In addition, your attorney has vast experience negotiating with insurance company representatives, and can often negotiate a fair settlement before the case ever goes to trial "" which means you will be paid more quickly.

Juries are biased. If you have to represent yourself in court, it may be difficult for you to identify and overcome those biases. Proving your case to a jury requires expertise and experience that only a personal injury attorney has.

These are just a few of the many reasons why you should hire a lawyer to handle your personal injury case. Don't settle for less than what your case is worth.