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Compassionate, Experienced Lawyers at The Cates Law Firm Help Injured Clients Fight for Justice

The Cates Law Firm is committed to advocating for the rights of injured clients. If you or a loved one has suffered injuries due to someone else’s reckless or negligent actions, our skilled personal injury lawyers can help you seek the justice and compensation you deserve. Call us today at 618-277-3644 or contact us online to schedule a free consultation. Located in Swansea, Illinois, we serve clients in St. Louis, Belleville, East St. Louis, Edwardsville, Granite City, Waterloo, Chester, Carbondale, St. Clair County, Madison County, Monroe County, Randolph County, and other regions throughout Southern Illinois.

In General, the Types of Cases Our Firm Handles Include:

Class Actions & Mass Torts

There can be benefits to pooling your resources with other people who experienced similar injuries or harm. Our lawyers have significant experience handling class action and mass tort litigation and can explain why this might be the right option for you.

Medical Malpractice

When a trusted health provider makes a mistake, the results can change your life forever. Our lawyers are dedicated to holding negligent health providers accountable for the harm they cause.

Product Liability

You have legal options for recovering compensation when a defective product causes you injury or harm. Whether it’s an airbag that explodes or a prescription drug with unexpected and dangerous side effects, our attorneys are here to help.

Wrongful Death

There’s no event that impacts a person or family more than losing a loved one to negligence or wrong-doing. We can help you pursue an Illinois wrongful death claim.

Car & Vehicle Accidents

We fight for compensation for victims of car accidents, motorcycle accidents, trucking accidents, and other types of vehicle crashes and collisions.

Environmental Exposure

Our lawyers are skilled at handling mesothelioma, toxic chemical exposure, and other claims involving injuries caused by factors in your environment.

Aviation Accidents

Aviation accidents encompass much more than commercial plane crashes. Our attorneys are prepared to handle cases involving injuries sustained in various types of aircraft accidents.

Premises Liability

When you legally enter someone’s property, you have a right to expect that you’ll be reasonably safe. If you were injured by a dangerous condition on someone’s property, our lawyers can explain your legal options.

Workplace Accidents

You may have numerous options for pursuing compensation when you’re injured by negligence while at work. Our lawyers can help you decide on the proper path forward.

General Personal Injury

From injuries suffered in an assault to nursing home negligence, our personal injury lawyers handle a wide range of cases and injury types.