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Ms. Terri A. Hiles

Ms. Terri A. Hiles

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  • Workers' Compensation
  • New Jersey
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Biography

Ms. Hiles is an associate at Petro Cohen, P.C. focusing on workers’ compensation claims with more than 25 years of legal experience. Her practice at Petro Cohen has included working in all areas of workers’ compensation, including traumatic injury claims as well as occupational exposure claims.

Ms. Hiles attended West Virginia University in Morgantown, West Virginia where she majored in political science and obtained a Bachelor of Arts degree in 1993.

She then enrolled in law school at Widener University School of Law located in Wilmington, Delaware. During law school, Ms. Hiles she completed the Intensive Trial Advocacy Program, and also participated in a student attorney program, which assisted low income individuals with filing Chapter 7 and Chapter 13 bankruptcies. She received her Juris Doctor degree from Widener University in 1997. Subsequently, Ms. Hiles was admitted to the New Jersey State Bar in 1998 and the United States District Court for the District of New Jersey in 1999.

After being admitted to the Bar, Ms. Hiles joined a private Atlantic City, NJ law firm as an associate in the workers’ compensation department. In addition to having private firm experience, Ms. Hiles held a position in government for numerous years. In 2001, Ms. Hiles accepted a position in the Law Department of the Atlantic County Government as Assistant County Counsel, where her primary focus was the handling of workers’ compensation claims. Ms. Hiles remained with Atlantic County Government for over 11 years and, thereafter, accepted her current position as an associate with Petro Cohen Law Firm.

For more information on workers’ compensation, or to set up a free consultation to discuss your potential workers’ comp claim, contact Ms. Hiles at (888) 675-7607.

Education
Widener University
J.D. (1997)
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West Virginia University
B.A. (1993)
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Awards
Best Law Firm, Workers' Compensation Law, Tier 1, NJ
Best Lawyers
For the twelfth consecutive year, Petro Cohen, P.C. has been recognized regionally for Workers’ Compensation Law on the U.S. News & World Report and Best Lawyers® "Best Law Firms" list for 2022.
Best Law Firm, Workers' Compensation Law, Tier 2, NJ
Best Lawyers
For the eleventh consecutive year, Petro Cohen, P.C. has been named on the 2021 U.S. News – Best Lawyers® “Best Law Firms” list, recognized regionally for Workers’ Compensation Law.
Best Law Firm, Workers' Compensation Law, Tier 2 NJ
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Best Law Firm, Workers' Compensation Law, Tier 2 NJ
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Best Law Firm, Workers' Compensation Law, Tier 2 NJ
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Best Law Firm, Workers' Compensation Law, Tier 2 NJ
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Best Law Firm, Workers' Compensation Law, Tier 1 NJ
Best Lawyers
Best Law Firm, Workers' Compensation Law, Tier 1 NJ
Best Lawyers
Best Law Firm, Workers' Compensation Law, Tier 1 NJ
Best Lawyers
Best Law Firm, Workers' Compensation Law, Tier 1 NJ
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Best Law Firm, Workers' Compensation Law, Tier 1 NJ
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Professional Associations
Member Atlantic County Bar Association
Atlantic County Bar Association
Current
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The Justice James H. Coleman, Jr. New Jersey Workers’ Compensation American Inn of Court
Member
Current
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Jurisdictions Admitted to Practice
New Jersey
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Fees
  • Free Consultation
  • Contingent Fees
Practice Area
Workers' Compensation
Languages
  • English: Spoken, Written
Websites & Blogs
Website
Petro Cohen
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Wear and Tear: Work-Related Spondylosis
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June is National Safety Month: 5 Tips to Stay Safe at Work
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Understanding the Employer’s Right to Choose Medical Care Providers
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Common Employer Defenses to Workers’ Comp Claims
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Understanding Total vs. Partial Disability
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Common Claims for Workers’ Comp
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If I File a WEAR and TEAR™ Workers’ Compensation Claim, Will I Have to Quit My Job?
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How to Know for Sure if Your Injury Was Work-Related
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The New Jersey Workplace: It’s Dangerous Out There
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Can I Claim Workers’ Compensation for a WEAR and TEAR™ Injury from a Past Job?
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Five Tips for Preventing WEAR and TEAR™ Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
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Can I Get Workers’ Compensation if I Work From Home?
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The Importance of Filing a Thorough and Timely Employee Accident Form
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Signs Your Job Might Have Caused Your Injury
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Carpal Tunnel: What Is It and When Does Workers’ Compensation Cover It?
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10 Things to Know about State Workers’ Compensation
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Social Media and Workers’ Compensation Claims
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Independent Medical Examinations for Wear and Tear Injuries
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Get to Know the Types of Rotator Cuff Tears
Contact & Map
Petro Cohen, P.C.
The Executive Plaza
2111 New Road, Suite 202
Northfield, NJ 08225
Toll-Free: (888) 675-7607
Telephone: (606) 677-1700 Ext. 51
Fax: (609) 677-1790
Monday: 8:30 AM - 5:30 PM
Tuesday: 8:30 AM - 5:30 PM
Wednesday: 8:30 AM - 5:30 PM
Thursday: 8:30 AM - 5:30 PM
Friday: 8:30 AM - 5:30 PM (Today)
Saturday: Closed
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Cape May
211 S. Main Street
Cape May Court House, NJ 08210
Toll-Free: (888) 675-7607
Telephone: (609) 729-1187
Fax: (609) 677-1790
Monday: 8:30 AM - 5:30 PM
Tuesday: 8:30 AM - 5:30 PM
Wednesday: 8:30 AM - 5:30 PM
Thursday: 8:30 AM - 5:30 PM
Friday: 8:30 AM - 5:30 PM (Today)
Saturday: Closed
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Cherry Hill
Beowulf Plaza
1814 E. Rt 70, Suite 336
Cherry Hill, NJ 08003
Toll-Free: (888) 675-7607
Telephone: (856) 673-4181
Fax: (609) 677-1790
Monday: 8:30 AM - 5:30 PM
Tuesday: 8:30 AM - 5:30 PM
Wednesday: 8:30 AM - 5:30 PM
Thursday: 8:30 AM - 5:30 PM
Friday: 8:30 AM - 5:30 PM (Today)
Saturday: Closed
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Trenton Area
100 Horizon Center Blvd.
Suite 111
Hamilton, NJ 08691
Toll-Free: (888) 675-7607
Telephone: (609) 528-5621
Fax: (609) 677-1790
Monday: 8:30 AM - 5:30 PM
Tuesday: 8:30 AM - 5:30 PM
Wednesday: 8:30 AM - 5:30 PM
Thursday: 8:30 AM - 5:30 PM
Friday: 8:30 AM - 5:30 PM (Today)
Saturday: Closed
Sunday: Closed