If your personal injury attorney can't negotiate a settlement with the at-fault party's insurer, they will take your case to trial. You want to make a good impression on the judge and jury, which is why you should dress appropriately for the occasion. Doing so is a sign of respect and demonstrates you understand the gravity of the proceedings. To avoid fashion faux pas, here is a guide to what you should wear.

Choose Business Casual, Conservative Clothing

To avoid dressing too casually, consider what you would wear in a work setting or another professional environment. For women, this includes dresses with modest hemlines, blouses paired with slacks or skirts, and suits. Avoid fabrics in bright colors and busy prints, as they could pull focus from the proceedings. Men should wear a suit and tie or a sports coat and a long-sleeve, button-down shirt with belted slacks. 

Although clothing shouldn't be baggy, it shouldn't be too tight, either. This could make you uncomfortable while sitting for long periods. As you are trying to convey a conservative appearance, clothing should hide tattoos and piercings.

Wear Hairstyles & Accessories That Won't Draw Attention 

Whether you are the plaintiff or defendant, it's natural to feel anxious appearing in court. Don't wear bangles, dangling earrings, or any other jewelry that could make noise if you nervously fidget in your chair. To avoid looking flashy, you can also forgo wearing jewelry altogether and stick to minimal makeup. If you tend to play with your hair when you are nervous, wear locks in a bun, braid, or additional style that you won't be tempted to tamper with.

The personal injury attorneys at Reed & Terry LLP in Sugar Land, TX, will fight on your behalf in court. With over 100 years of combined experience in personal injury law, the partners help residents in Harris and Fort Bend counties receive fair settlement amounts to aid their recovery after car wrecks and other accidents. Learn more about each personal injury attorney online. Call (281) 491-5000 for a consultation.