Many factors go into determining the value of a case including who was at fault for the accident, the extent of the damages and the amount of insurance held by the defendant. In personal injury lawsuits, a settlement may be made if an agreement about the case’s worth can be reached with the insurance company. If not, the case must be presented to the trial court to determine its value. Considerable compensation may be obtained if your injuries are severe, permanent, require extensive medical treatment and cause absences from work.