Accidents

Injury Lawyer

An auto accident can change the course of a person's life in a split second. An injury can have far reaching impact on an entire family if a family member is unable to work, if hospital or home nursing care is required, or if the injured person's ability to contribute to the operation of the household is altered. We have over fifty years of combined experience with the consequences of brain injuries, head trauma, back pain and back injuries, internal organ injuries, neck injuries (sometimes called whiplash injuries), broken bones, paralysis, fractures, tears, numbness, nerve pain, concussions, burns, disfigurement and scarring, and permanent disability and impaired ability to work.

Mike Ellis & His Dog Louie — Lawyers Terre Haute, IN

Injury Lawyer

CRIMINAL DEFENSE

Felonies, Misdemeanors
Driving While Intoxicated
Habitual Traffic Offender
Battery, Drug Offenses
Juvenile
Other Criminal Matters

CIVIL

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BANKRUPTCY

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INSURANCE CLAIMS

Auto Claims
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PERSONAL INJURY

Automobile Accidents
Motorcycle Accidents
Dog Bite
Slip & Fall
Products Liability
Wrongful Death

DIVORCE

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We are committed to providing high quality legal service which includes an uncompromising pursuit of our client's legal interests, while being accessible and attentive to our clients during times of personal challenge. We understand that auto accidents also bring emotional stress over how to pay medical bills and replace damaged property. We are devoted to serving our clients by assisting them in dealing with their auto insurance company, their health insurance carrier, and the other driver's insurance company. If a prompt settlement cannot be negotiated we promptly file suit to recover compensation for not only physical and emotional injuries, but medical bills, lost wages, and property damage.

As soon as we are retained, our legal team begins working to establish liability on the part of the driver responsible for the crash. This includes interviewing witnesses, analyzing the crash scene, and on occasion hiring experts to prove the accident was caused by the negligence, recklessness, or carelessness of the other driver. Acts of negligence that typically lead to a crash include:

Speeding
Driving while intoxicated
Reckless driving
Cell phone use while driving

Texting while driving
Failing to yield
Disobeying a traffic signal
Making illegal turns

Running a stop sign
Running a red light
Driver fatigue or inattention

If you were injured or involved in an accident, it is critical that you consult with an attorney who has extensive trial litigation experience. If your case cannot be settled, it is crucial that your attorney understand how to prepare your case for trial and how to win your case. Contact Ellis Law today at 812-234-9000 for your Free Consultation.

FAQs

I've been injured—now what?

Go see your doctor. Your injuries should be taken care of before you even consider making a claim against someone. Keep any information from this appointment, as good records of your injury and your treatments are vital for your case if you decide to pursue that course of action. Afterwards, call us and we can schedule your free consultation.

How long can I wait before I file a claim for my personal injury?

You really should seek help with your claim immediately. However, depending on the state you're in, most cases must be filed within 4 years of the accident. If you've been denied social security or disability benefits, your appeal must be filed soon after you receive your denial notification. Call us for assistance and an assessment of your case.

I was in an accident without insurance. Can you help me?

We would need to assess your case; in our assessment, we might determine that the vehicle you were driving was at fault, or perhaps the road conditions were hazardous. We would also need to assess all of the claims against you as the alleged negligent driver. Call us today for your free assessment.

A giant commercial truck/semi hit me and I was injured/my children were injured/other people in my car were injured. What can I do?

Large trucking companies have teams of lawyers at the ready to help them get out of paying you for the damage their driver caused you. You need to call us to help you get what you deserve from the company for the injuries, pain and suffering, and the damage to your vehicle.

I have been hurt on the job, what should I do?

You should immediately tell your supervisor or someone in your HR department, and then get help with your injuries. It's imperative that you file the accident with your work, or you may be denied any disability or worker's compensation benefits. Then, file your worker's compensation documents according to your company's guidelines. If you are turned down for your benefits, give us a call to get your case assessed. We'll help you get the compensation you deserve.