Although you may be able to handle your claim without the help of an auto accident attorney, it will be much harder to do so. Automobile accident lawyers have invaluable experience dealing with insurance companies, accident investigations, witness interviews and settlements. You should definitely contact a car accident lawyer if the injuries were serious, likely to be permanent, or resulted in a loved one’s death. An attorney should also be consulted if fault is not a clear issue, the police report is incorrect, the limits of your liability insurance are low, you have no insurance or your insurance company involves its own attorney in your case.