A backup plan can be key in life. For instance, if you cannot work because of a serious medical condition, Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) benefits may provide critical financial support. You need to meet specific criteria to qualify for SSDI, and age is one of them. Many wonder, Is there a Social Security Disability age chart? While there...
Continue ReadingIf you are hurt on the job, workers’ compensation benefits can be a financial lifeline. These payments help cover lost wages and medical care while you focus on healing. Like any other form of compensation you receive, you might be wondering, Is workers’ compensation taxable? The answer is sometimes it isn’t, and sometimes it is. Our workers’ compensation attorney...
Continue ReadingIf you hurt your lower back at work and have been receiving benefits through workers’ compensation, you might already be exhausted with the system and wanting to settle. But the question becomes, what is an appropriate lower back injury settlement amount for workers’ compensation? The answer depends. Several unique legal and medical factors will impact the value of a...
Continue ReadingApplying for Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) or Supplemental Security Income (SSI) is rarely simple. Many people spend months gathering records only to see their claim rejected. In fact, most applicants face denial at least once before securing benefits. Recognizing the signs that you will be denied for disability can help you avoid mistakes and prepare for a possible...
Continue ReadingIf your workers’ compensation claim has been denied, it’s normal to feel confused and anxious about your next step. Fortunately, a denial does not necessarily mean the end of your case. Both Arkansas and Missouri provide a workers’ comp appeals process that allows injured employees to challenge a decision. Knowing what to expect can help you prepare and protect...
Continue ReadingIt’s hard enough getting hurt at work. What makes it worse is when you get that letter: Workers’ comp claim denied. One day, you’re trying to heal. Next, you’re facing confusing paperwork, strict deadlines, and frustrating silence from your employer’s insurer. Why would a workers’ comp claim be denied, especially when the injury clearly happened on the job? The...
Continue ReadingAfter a car accident, neck and back pain can stick around long after the crash is over. It can affect your sleep, your ability to work, and even your day-to-day routine. If you’re in that situation, it’s only natural to start wondering about the average settlement for a car accident back and neck injury. The truth is, every case...
Continue ReadingIf you’ve recently reached maximum medical improvement (MMI) after a workplace injury, you may wonder, How long after reaching MMI will you receive your WC settlement? This part of the workers’ compensation process can be confusing, frustrating, and emotionally draining. At the Cottrell Law Office, we understand what you’re going through. With over 32 years of experience helping injured...
Continue ReadingDespite what most pet owners believe, even your dog could bite someone, under the right circumstances. Although you may have been taking your dog to the veterinary clinic since he was a puppy, there is no guarantee that he won’t bite if he becomes frightened. So, many clients ask, “what will happen if my dog bites my vet?” Luckily,...
Continue ReadingIf you sustained injuries in a car accident that wasn’t your fault, you deserve justice and compensation for your injuries and other damages. If you’re considering legal action, you are likely wondering whether to get a lawyer and what that might cost. After any type of injury accident, it’s natural to have many questions and concerns. The Missouri car...
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