Illinois Personal Injury Lawyers
When you’ve experienced a serious injury, you need to be represented by lawyers who will approach your case like it’s their own, treat you with sensitivity and respect, and work their hardest to hold the person or company that harmed you accountable for their actions. Our team of personal injury attorneys can be that source of trust for you.
At The Cates Law Firm, LLC, our team is dedicated to putting your needs first and helping you achieve the best possible result for your case. We’re experienced trial lawyers who will pursue your case with all of our available resources because we understand how much your case matters to you. We’ve helped countless people through the legal process and know that experiencing injury or harm because of someone else’s actions can be devastating for you and your family, both personally and financially.
Don’t worry about cost
Free consultation
We don’t want to add to your financial stress during this time of uncertainty in your life. That’s why we offer a free consultation and, in the majority of cases, charge you no fees unless you obtain compensation. We cover the up-front costs, such as expert witnesses, and won’t ask you to reimburse us unless you receive a settlement or verdict.
Let us help you in your fight for justice and accountability. We’ll walk with you every step of the way — from the moment you confide your story until your case is resolved through a settlement or trial.
Don’t worry about cost
Free consultation
We don’t want to add to your financial stress during this time of uncertainty in your life. That’s why we offer a free consultation and, in the majority of cases, charge you no fees unless you obtain compensation. We cover the up-front costs, such as expert witnesses, and won’t ask you to reimburse us unless you receive a settlement or verdict.
Why You Should Call Now
When you’ve been injured by negligence, it’s never too early to seek the advice and help of a good lawyer. A lawyer can do much more than file a lawsuit and take a case to court.
A lawyer can investigate the incident at the heart of your case, act quickly to protect your rights and preserve evidence to support your case, help you gather important documents such as medical or employment records, and help ensure you get the care or resources you need after an accident or injury. A lawyer can offer objective advice and handle the stressful details of your case so that you can focus on your life, your family, and your recovery.
Contact the Illinois personal injury lawyers at 618-277-3644 to start your case.
Our History of Results
Our firm has a demonstrated track record of success as injury lawyers. We’ve focused on developing the skills and resources to handle the most complicated cases, and have been able to achieve outstanding results on behalf of numerous people who have been injured by negligence.
We have obtained countless favorable settlements or verdicts on behalf of our clients. We have achieved these kinds of results because we’re dedicated to providing excellent representation and personalized service in addition to our thorough knowledge of Illinois personal injury law.
Read more resultsSkilled Attorneys for Complex Cases
The Cates Law Firm, LLC offers a team of smart, talented trial lawyers who are prepared to handle big cases, including complicated personal injury, mass torts, and employment law cases. From individual car accidents to cases involving numerous people harmed by defective medical devices, we’re prepared to take on cases involving serious injuries, voluminous evidence, and complex state and federal laws.
David Cates
A well-respected attorney with extensive experience trying complex cases in which he represents ordinary people and families harmed by the actions of large corporations. He has worked on cases that resulted in record-setting verdicts on behalf of clients.
Illinois Trial Lawyers
Our law office is based in Swansea, just outside of St. Louis, but we represent people throughout Southern Illinois who have been injured by the negligence of another individual or entity. Because we live here, we understand the needs of people in Southern Illinois communities. We also know the local court systems and have the kind of local experience that matters when trying injury cases in both county and federal courts in the region.
We represent individuals and families across Illinois and Metro East region, from St. Louis to the Indiana border, including the communities of: