No billboards. No nonsense. Just relentless advocacy.

Personal Injury

Overview

No one wakes up and expects to be injured that day. When an injury upends your life, you need more than loud advertising and quick promises. You need steady, compassionate counsel that is not afraid to stand up to insurers and powerful defendants. Our practice combines personal attention and practical support during recovery with relentless, strategic advocacy when it’s time to press for fair compensation. We listen first to understand how the injury affects your daily life, medical needs, and financial pressures, then build a focused plan that protects your health, your rights, and your future.

We handle the details so you can focus on getting better: coordinating with medical providers, documenting losses, preserving evidence, and managing communications with insurers, and when necessary - filing suit and litigating to make sure the negligent parties are held accountable. Our goal is to resolve cases efficiently when a fair settlement is possible and to fight vigorously when it is not.

Clients choose us because we treat them with respect, explain options in plain english, and combine empathy with the toughness required to face bullies in the system. If you can’t have your attorney over for dinner because you can never get a hold of them, do you really know that they are there for you? If you want clear guidance, steady support through recovery, and an advocate who will protect your rights without the billboard theatrics, this is the place to start.

Types of Injuries We Represent Clients For

• Auto Accidents

• Catastrophic Accidents

• Compliance

• Slip and falls

• Dog Bites

• Premises Liability

Our Approach

When someone is hurt, they need an advocate who combines genuine care with the willingness to stand up to insurers. Our approach centers on listening first, supporting recovery, and then using focused, strategic advocacy to secure the best results possible. We treat every client with respect and dignity while preparing to be firm and relentless when the situation demands it.

  • Listen and prioritize.

    We start by understanding how the injury has affected your life: medical needs, work, family responsibilities, and short‑ and long‑term goals. Your priorities shape every decision we make.

  • We come to you.

    We know it can be difficult to get around, that’s why we always are willing to meet our clients at their homes. The kind of advocacy you’d expect from a small-town-lawyer.

  • Practical, timely case management.

    We preserve evidence, meet deadlines, and build a clear, organized record of damages and liability so your claim is strong and defensible. Timely action reduces risk and increases leverage.

  • Clear, honest guidance.

    We set realistic expectations about timing, likely outcomes, and costs. We pursue efficient resolutions when fair settlements are available and prepare to fight when they are not.

Straightforward Process. Zero Guessing.

Our goal is to remove uncertainty from the legal process. From the moment you reach out, you’ll know exactly what to expect, what comes next, and who is handling your matter. No confusion. No chasing updates.

Step 1

Tell us what you need in a few quick clicks.


You provide the basics — your issue, your goals, and the best way to reach you. This helps us prepare before we ever get on a call.

Step 2

We meet to understand your situation in detail.


Once we receive and review your information, we will follow up with you to schedule a meeting over the phone to gather some more information, answer any questions you may have, and help you understand your options.

Step 3

We send you a retainer agreement.


Once you’re ready to move forward, we send a straightforward retainer agreement so we can begin representing you immediately. Clear terms, transparent pricing, and no surprises.

Step 4

You relax, and we take it from here.


We begin work on your matter while keeping you updated every step of the way, providing you with the peace of mind that you deserve.

Our Experience

Licensed Indiana Attorney Matt Shelton gained valuable litigation experience during his time in law school working at Student Legal Services, where he worked on a variety of legal matters.

These experiences in conjunction with the litigation experience Matt has had since founding Shelton Law P.C. provide Matt the groundwork necessary to handle cases involving injuries.

Following law school and prior to founding Shelton Law P.C., Matt worked for a real estate developer providing a variety of legal support, including drafting, negotiating, reviewing and structuring deals in the real estate development industry. This experience provided Matt with the valuable skill of negotiation which has translated well over to litigation matters, which he uses regularly in his practice.

Contact us for a courtesy consultation

We will reach back out to you within 24 hours to schedule an initial consultation. If you have any questions, please feel free to reach out to us at (317)-804-1495.

Personal Injury FAQs

Everyone situation is different, so it depends. Generally, an attorney is recommended when there is clearly injury, fault is disputed or rests with the other party, or when you are having difficulty negotiating with insurers to achieve a fair settlement.

Do I need a lawyer?

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How long do I have to file a claim in Indiana?

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Can you review or negotiate a commercial lease?

The statute of limitations for most tort claims (the legal term for “civil wrong”) in Indiana is 2 years from the date of the incident. This statute of limitations is much shorter when the other party is a governmental entity.

Is Indiana an at-fault state?

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Indiana operates under a modified comparative fault framework, where a party cannot be more than 50% at fault to

What is your fee?

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Can you help with evictions?

Matt’s hourly rate is $175.00. If we are provided with a thorough description in advance of the work you are requesting, and the scope of the representation is quantifiable, we can quote a competitive flat fee so you know what you are spending. Your legal bill shouldn’t surprise you.

Yes. Clients regularly rely on us to represent them in the review and negotiation of retail, office, residential, and other commercial leases. We can help you to understand the terms that matter most and can steer away unfavorable provisions from ending up in your agreement so you’re not stuck in a lease you regret signing.

Yes. Matt can represent you in the eviction of your tenant. Typically, more complex real estate litigation is referred out to a partner firm or co-counsel is hired to assist with the matter.

In which counties do you provide legal services?

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Matt Shelton serves every single county in the state of Indiana, and is licensed appear in every state court. This includes the following counties: Adams, Allen, Bartholomew, Benton, Blackford, Boone, Brown, Carroll, Cass, Clark, Clay, Clinton, Crawford, Daviess, Dearborn, Decatur, DeKalb, Delaware, Dubois, Elkhart, Fayette, Floyd, Fountain, Franklin, Fulton, Gibson, Grant, Greene, Hamilton, Hancock, Harrison, Hendricks, Henry, Howard, Huntington, Jackson, Jasper, Jay, Jefferson, Jennings, Johnson, Knox, Kosciusko, LaGrange, Lake, LaPorte, Lawrence, Madison, Marion, Marshall, Martin, Miami, Monroe, Montgomery, Morgan, Newton, Noble, Ohio, Orange, Owen, Parke, Perry, Pike, Porter, Posey, Pulaski, Putnam, Randolph, Ripley, Rush, St. Joseph, Scott, Shelby, Spencer, Starke, Steuben, Sullivan, Switzerland, Tippecanoe, Tipton, Union, Vanderburgh, Vermillion, Vigo, Wabash, Warren, Warrick, Washington, Wayne, Wells, White, and Whitley.