When the
worst happens,
we go to work.
Focused On Your Healing First, Then Your Result.
$50M+ Recovered
in the past five years
65+ Years Serving NE & IA
OMAHA, NE · EST. 1960
4.9 Google review
Hundreds of clients
No Fee Unless We Win
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Trial Result
$8.4M
2023
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Trucking
$6.0M
2026
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Trial Result
$5.8M
2023
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Trucking
$4.0M
2024
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Wrongful Death
$1.35M
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Wrongful Death
$1.25M
2022
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Trucking
$1.0M
2025
Past results do not guarantee or predict future outcomes. Every case is unique.
Omaha Personal Injury Lawyers: Inserra Kelley Cooper Sewell
Serving injured people across Nebraska and Iowa since 1960
Following a severe accident, the injured person and their loved ones face a series of complicated issues: medical, financial, emotional, and legal. The aftermath is confusing and stressful, and trying to work through these issues alone can be intimidating.
At Inserra Kelley Cooper Sewell, we understand what you’re going through, and we’ve spent years supporting individuals in and around Omaha who have suffered catastrophic injuries from vehicle collisions, motorcycle crashes, truck accidents, and more. We’re here to help you and your family through this difficult time. Call today for a free consultation with one of our lawyers.
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Practice Areas
Cases We Handle
Car & vehicle accidents
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Truck & semi collisions
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Motorcycle accidents
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Catastrophic injury & TBI
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Wrongful death
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Pedestrian & bicycle accidents
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Dog bite injuries
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Premises liability claims
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Why Us
Why injured Nebraskans choose our firm
When you suffer an injury caused by someone else’s negligence, you may be able to recover compensation. However, the at-fault party and their insurance company aren’t going to be eager to pay out the amount of compensation you actually need. You’re likely to see lowball offers and all sorts of tactics aimed at shifting blame onto you for your injuries or reducing the amount of compensation you can recover. We can help you push back and work towards a resolution that actually addresses your losses. Some of the reasons our clients choose to work with us include:
We try cases
You may have heard that most claims settle before trial, which is true, but you still want someone who is ready to go to trial if you need to. The truth is, if insurers don’t think your lawyer is willing to take your claim to trial, they are likely to feel like they can pressure you into a lesser settlement. When they see that your lawyer has trial experience in both state and federal courts, they’ll know you aren’t going to back down quickly or easily. Now, they’re more inclined to make a reasonable offer. Not only do we often take cases to trial, but one of our partners, Patrick Cooper, has coached eight state championship mock trial teams and even a national championship team. We have a strong reputation as trial attorneys.
We used to work the other side
Our attorneys handled insurance defense litigation earlier in our careers. As a result of years of working on the other side, we know how adjusters evaluate claims, and we are well aware of defense tactics and strategies that they might rely on to put pressure on you.
You meet your lawyer
Every new or prospective client who comes to Inserra Kelley Cooper Sewell for a consultation meets an attorney. If you can't travel, we'll come to you when the time is right. With us, your attorney knows you and your case. We take your calls and answer your questions. We’re not going to pass you off to someone else.
A local Omaha firm
We were founded in 1960, and from the beginning, we’ve been headquartered in Omaha. This is our home, and we care about our neighbors, local organizations, and community.
Additionally, our team has earned many professional accolades. For example, Ryan Sewell earned a spot in The Best Lawyers in America®, 2027 edition (Personal Injury Litigation – Plaintiffs; Litigation – Insurance; Product Liability Litigation – Plaintiffs).
Our Attorneys
Meet the team
Patrick Cooper
Partner
Ryan Sewell
Partner
Craig Kelley
Of Counsel
Client Reviews
In our clients’ words
"Highly recommend IKCS! Pat Cooper did a great job explaining the process and kept me updated throughout. He listened and cared. I was very happy with my settlement in the end."– Kate M.
"This firm has done a great job taking care of us from day one. Would recommend to anyone that has been in a car accident and seeking help."– Bronson W.
"I was referred to IKCS after someone rear ended me. I’m so glad I took their advice! Bridgett, one of the paralegals there, was so nice and reassuring. My lawyer was Pat Cooper. He was phenomenal!! He listened and referred me to right doctors after my accident. I highly recommend IKCS!!"– Maurin S.
Know Your Rights
Nebraska injury law basics
If you’ve been injured in an accident in Nebraska, you have enough to worry about. We’re here to handle the legal issues. However, it can help to understand a little bit about the laws that are likely to come into play in your case. Here are some of the statutes to be aware of if you’re going to file a personal injury claim.
You have a deadline, and it may be shorter than you think
In Nebraska, you generally have four years to file a personal injury lawsuit (Neb. Rev. Stat. § 25-207). However, if you’re bringing a wrongful death claim, you only have two years to file (§ 30-810). One important consideration is that if you are bringing a claim against a city, county, or school district, you must present it in writing within one year (§ 13-919). When a municipality or other political subdivision is a defendant, the much shorter time limit can catch people off guard. Your best move is to speak to us as soon as you’re able to. We can keep track of deadlines for you once we’re involved. Additionally, when it comes to collecting evidence and getting witness statements, starting earlier is always better. Evidence can be harder to track down or may disappear completely as time passes and memories fade, making witness statements less reliable the longer you wait.
Being partly at fault doesn't end your case
Many people are concerned that they might have played a role in the accident that led to their injuries. For instance, what if you were speeding a little when a car that ran a stop sign hit you? You may worry you’re out of luck. Fortunately, that’s often not the case. Nebraska's modified comparative negligence rule reduces your recovery by your share of fault, but it only bars it if you were 50% or more at fault (§ 25-21,185.09). So, if you are found to be 20% at fault, you can recover 80% of the damages. Let’s say the claim is worth $100,000. Here, the total would be reduced to $80,000, but you would still be able to recover. Of course, adjusters know this, and they may overstate your share of fault early on in an effort to prevent your case from moving forward by arguing you’re 50% or more at fault. Alternatively, they might try to pin some fault on you to reduce their financial exposure. Perhaps the other party is pretty obviously at fault, but they try to stick you with that 20% just to reduce the amount they may need to pay.
Dog owners are held to a strict standard
Dog bite cases in Nebraska are subject to Neb. Rev. Stat. § 54-601, which creates strict liability for dog owners when their pet injures another person. This law is significant because it does not require that the owner be negligent. The dog owner can be liable for damages to any person other than a trespasser, even without proof that the owner knew the dog was dangerous.
Our Process
How Inserra Kelley Cooper Sewell works
If you’ve never worked with a personal injury lawyer, you might have some questions about our process. Here are a few basic steps, from start to finish.
Step One
You talk, we listen
We always offer our prospective clients a free consultation. This is your opportunity to tell us what happened and ask questions. We will listen to you to understand your case and discuss your legal options.
Step Two
Investigate
If we decide to work together after your consultation, we will begin investigating your claim. This might mean seeking out and reviewing records, speaking to witnesses, and potentially engaging the help of experts like accident reconstructionists where necessary. During this phase, we’re working to gather information that we can use to support your case.
Step Three
Prepare as if it will be tried
This is critical, not just in case we go to trial, but also because it will put us in the strongest position when negotiating with the other side. We want them to know we’ve put in the time and effort to really understand the case, and that we’re not going to back down. If they know we’re prepared to take the case to trial, they are going to be more likely to present a reasonable settlement offer. If they don’t, we’re ready to take that claim before a judge and jury.
Step Four
Recover and rebuild
Once your case comes to a resolution, we can help set you on the path to rebuilding your future. You’ll have answers to your questions about your medical costs, wage loss, and future care.
Visit Us
Do you have an Omaha personal injury lawyer near me?
Yes. Inserra Kelley Cooper Sewell is located at 6790 Grover Street, Suite 200, Omaha, NE 68106. We’re just minutes from I-80 and 72nd Street, near the University of Nebraska at Omaha campus and a short drive from 72nd and Dodge.
We’re also located close to some of the medical facilities you might be relying on for treatment for your injuries, like Nebraska Medicine and CHI Health Creighton University Medical Center – Bergan Mercy. From our location, we serve clients from Omaha, Lincoln, and the surrounding areas such as Bellevue, Papillion, La Vista, Fremont, Blair, and Council Bluffs. We also handle cases across greater Nebraska and western Iowa.
If traveling is too difficult, we can come to you at home, at rehab, or at the hospital.
Inserra Kelley Cooper Sewell
6790 Grover Street, Suite 200
Omaha, NE 68106
Questions
Omaha personal injury frequently asked questions
What does it cost to work with you?
We offer free, no-obligation consultations, so you can meet with us and ask your questions without worrying about a bill. If you choose to work with us, we use a contingency fee model. Under this payment structure, our payment comes from any recovery in your case – whether through settlement or a verdict. We’re happy to discuss how we handle any court or filing fees during your consultation so that everything is clear and transparent upfront.
Do I have to come to your office?
Will I talk to an attorney or a case manager?
What if I already gave a recorded statement to the insurance company?
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Contact us today to start your Omaha personal injury case
At Inserra Kelley Cooper Sewell, we’re here to support those who suffer injuries in and near Omaha. We’ve been doing this work in this city for decades, and we’re prepared to put that experience to use for you and your loved ones. If you were injured in a car crash, truck accident, motorcycle accident, bike or pedestrian incident, or otherwise harmed by someone else’s negligence, we’re here to help. Call us today or fill out our contact form to schedule your free case evaluation.