hope shes ok. most soft tissue injuries are better after 6-8 weeks. if not then something else is going on. an atty will NOT make a difference with a soft tissue injury. it makes things a lot easier on you b/c you don't have to deal with everything. but if you just have minor bills and your better after a few weeks. just negotiate your self. plus the atty takes 1/3 of everything. settlements are usually based on the impact, the extent of inj, the amount of treatment, lost wages, ect. every case is different and every insurance comany will be different. my best avdvise is just get compeltly better, hear there offer, then make a demand thats within reason. let me know if you any specific questions.