Many people believe they cannot afford to hire an attorney to handle their personal injury case. They are already facing a mountain of medical bills, are missing work, and have other expenses to cover. They cannot afford a retainer or hourly attorney’s fees after a serious injury accident. This is why hiring a contingency fee law firm is so important. When a personal injury victim suffers injuries, they often have extensive expenses and losses. Their recoverable damages can easily reach five or six figures. Those with catastrophic injuries, such as traumatic brain or spinal cord injuries, could owe even more. Then there are income losses, future expenses, and other damages to consider.