After 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...
Continue ReadingPremises liability injuries can occur in several different situations and vary in severity. Many people spend a good part of their day on someone else’s property, whether grocery shopping, at a restaurant, or recreating. When you are legally on a piece of property owned by someone else, the property owner owes you specific duties to lessen the risk of...
Continue ReadingWhile there are a variety of health conditions that easily qualify for Social Security Disability benefits, there are others that may be more challenging to get approved. When a loved one dies with a disability, the family may be able to receive death benefits. However, there are various eligibility requirements that must be met.An uncommon issue that arises is...
Continue ReadingMany residents of Missouri are involved in car accidents each year. The process that comes after a car accident or injury can be very confusing. According to the Missouri Department of Transportation, there were 1,257 traffic crashes in 2024 alone. The same year, 961 people died in those crashes. Fortunately, you can get a copy of your Missouri Highway...
Continue ReadingIf you are disabled and living off Supplemental Security Disability Income (SSDI) benefits, your fixed income could present unique challenges regarding where you live. Individual states assess these benefits differently, so your monthly payments might go farther in some states than others. According to the U.S. News and World Report, Missouri and Arkansas are in the top 10 lowest...
Continue ReadingIf you’ve been injured at work and have been receiving workers’ compensation benefits, you may eventually reach a stage in your recovery known as Maximum Medical Improvement (MMI). But what does that mean for your case and, more importantly, your future? Many injured workers ask, “I have reached MMI, now what?” MMI is a crucial stage in your workers’...
Continue ReadingIf you’ve been injured at work in Missouri or Arkansas, you may be entitled to workers’ compensation benefits, including Permanent Partial Disability (PPD). However, many injured workers are left wondering, How long do you receive permanent partial disability benefits? Understanding the duration of PPD benefits is essential to ensuring you receive the compensation you deserve for your work-related injury....
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