Whether or not a workers’ compensation case goes to court, the smart thing for an injured worker to do is retain legal representation as soon as possible. One never does know how things are going to go once money enters the equation. If workers’ compensation doesn’t seem like enough, and you feel you may be entitled to money for pain-and-suffering, experienced legal representation is going to be the difference between getting the money you deserve and going without. The best course of action is to discuss with your lawyer what he or she thinks is realistic and go from there.