If you’ve recently been injured in an accident—whether from a car crash, slip and fall, or workplace incident—you’re likely facing more questions than answers. Medical bills may be piling up. You might be missing work. And the insurance company is probably calling. Amid all of this, one question stands out: Do I really need a personal injury lawyer to get compensation, or can I handle the claim myself?
It’s a fair question, and the honest answer depends on the details of your situation. But if you’re hoping to make the best decision, it’s important to understand what’s really at stake.
The Appeal of Going It Alone
For many people, the idea of handling a claim on their own seems appealing at first. It sounds faster. Simpler. Maybe even cheaper. If the accident was minor, the damage minimal, and no one was seriously hurt, it might seem like something you can resolve with a few phone calls to the insurance company.
And in straightforward cases, that may be true. But many personal injury claims are anything but simple. Even if things seem clear now, the picture can change quickly—especially when the full extent of your injuries becomes apparent days or even weeks later.
What Insurance Companies Don’t Want You to Know
Here’s the truth: Insurance companies don’t make money by paying out large settlements. Their goal is to minimize costs, and they are very good at doing just that. Adjusters may sound friendly, but their job is to settle your claim for as little as possible—and as quickly as possible.
Often, they’ll offer a low initial settlement before you’ve had a chance to understand the full impact of your injuries. They might even question your version of events or try to assign partial blame to you. Without someone on your side who understands the process, it’s easy to accept less than you deserve, simply because you’re overwhelmed or unsure how to respond.
Attorneys Can Help You Get Compensation
When you work with a personal injury attorney— especially a firm with decades of experience — you level the playing field. An attorney knows what your case is really worth, and how to prove it. That means looking beyond just the emergency room bills and factoring in ongoing treatment, lost income, pain and suffering, emotional stress, and the long-term effects of the injury.
Legal representation also brings clarity to a confusing process. Personal injury law involves strict deadlines, extensive documentation, and procedural rules that aren’t always easy to navigate. One missed step could delay your claim—or worse, jeopardize your chance at recovering anything at all.
Perhaps the greatest benefit of hiring a personal injury lawyer isn’t just the money — it’s the peace of mind. When you have a professional handling the legal and financial side of your recovery, you’re free to focus on what matters most: your health, your family, and getting your life back on track.
At Probinsky & Cole, we offer free consultations, and we don’t get paid unless we win your case. That means there’s no risk in reaching out—and potentially everything to gain.
Let’s Talk
If you’re unsure whether your case requires legal help to get compensation, give us a call. We’ll listen, offer honest guidance, and help you understand your options. Whether you decide to move forward with a claim or not, you deserve to make that decision with confidence—and with the right information on your side.
Contact Probinsky & Cole today to schedule your free consultation. We’re here to protect your rights and fight for the compensation you deserve—because you shouldn’t have to face this alone.
