What increases the value of your Workers Compensation case is to be ready, willing and able to go trial. The insurance company knows that they have to pay their attorney and face the possibility of future medical expenses if you go to trial and win your case. Being ready to go to trial also gives you the option of settling or going to trial if you do not like the settlement offer.
You need to ask your attorney if they are ready and willing to take your case to trial. Suprisingly, not very many Workers Compensation attorneys are willing to take cases to trial. Make sure that when you have your first meeting with your lawyer that you get the commitment from them to take your case to trial if you make that decision.
It is always better to have the option to take your Workers Compensation case to trial. This gives you leverage with the insurance company and allows you to make the best decision regarding future medical needs and the compensation you need for your injury.