Personal Injury

When it's your body in question, no injury is minor. Whether it's disrupting your ability to work, limiting
your mobility, or causing you stress, the monetary and psychological costs can build up quickly. When
someone else is at fault intentionally or through carelessness or negligence you need representation
from the right attorney to help secure the financial restitution you may be due. At The Cooley Law Firm
we never treat your case to the assembly-line processes of other firms; our attorneys are fully
committed to giving you the attention you need to win the compensation you deserve.

 

If you've been injured in an automobile accident, slip-and-fall, workplace accident, or any other incident
where you believe someone else may be at fault there are a few steps you can take to help ensure your
safety and protect your rights:

 

If you need medical help, get it promptly. Waiting too long to see a medical professional can hurt
your case later, and more importantly can lead to further complications that extend your
suffering.

Regardless of whether it’s a car accident, dangerous conditions in a public place, or some other
unforeseen issue, solid documentation can help hold the at-fault parties responsible. If you can do
so without risking further injury to yourself or others, take as many photographs of the scene and
the resulting damages as you can. Pay attention to the weather, your injuries, damage to your
property, damage to the property of others around you, and environmental conditions such as
loose tiles, wet floors, carelessly stored equipment, etc.

Don't forget to document witnesses as well. Do your best to get the contact info, including name,
phone number, email, and potentially license and insurance information, of anyone who was
present.

An official report can be a great help in making sure you are duly compensated. In major vehicular
accidents, contacting the local authorities and your insurance company is certainly critical, but
even if you've been involved in a slip-and-fall, reporting it to the manager can help create a record
of the incident.

It's natural to be sympathetic to those around you who were also injured in an accident but be
careful not to say anything that could be construed as an admission of fault. Doing so could hinder
your case, even when you otherwise have a valid claim. Never sign documents or give statements
to someone else's insurance or attorney without speaking with your lawyer first.

All accidents—from minor to major—are stressful. There are so many steps to take and details to
remember. Calling The Cooley Law Firm early on allows us to help guide you through legal the process
that will protect your rights and interests. Let us focus on your case, so you can focus on your recovery.