While there are laws that govern how insurance companies operate, what cannot be controlled is motive. Insurance companies are looking for their best interests. They have teams of attorneys on retainers to help them find ways to minimize the amount of money they pay out. If the insurance companies have attorneys working for them, shouldn’t you have one working for you? After an accident, you will receive a lot of paperwork and other communication from the insurance companies involved. You may be asked to sign forms, make statements, and provide medical records as part of the insurance companies’ investigations. This isn’t something you want to do alone. When another person’s negligence results in injury to you or a loved one, you need the help of a personal injury attorney.