If you have been in a car wreck before, please answer?

I was involved in a pretty bad wreck last week. A car pulled out in front of me and my husband and we slammed into them. We were taken to the hospital by ambulance, but thankfully no major injuries. We are just bruised up with some whiplash going on. So far we are handling everything on our own. My question is..........do we need to get a lawyer? We don't plan on suing or being dirty, but I do feel like we are due some for pain and suffering. Not to mention our now totaled vehicle! I would rather do this without an attorney's help, but I need to hear your suggestions as to why or why not, if I need legal assistance. Thank-you.