CLIENT TESTIMONIALS
As Missouri Workers Comp lawyers, we really care about client testimonials. The great part of our job is that we directly impact people’s lives for the better. We fight for injured workers and against insurance companies and against unfairness. Most importantly, we actually care about the people we represent. Our ultimate goal: provide excellent communication to clients and fight to tell their story. As a result, we protect people’s rights and maximize their lump sum payouts. Please take some time to review these client testimonials, and let us know how we can help you.
Without a lawyer, I had no control over the decisions – the insurance company was making all of those. That’s why I called BiState Law.
BiState broke the system down for me and helped me understand how we could work against the insurance company within the comp system. 
– Antonio G.
$14,650.30 – Settlement for Delivery Driver
A St. Louis delivery driver developed carpal tunnel syndrome (CTS) in both of her wrists. However, her employer’s insurance company denied that the injury was related to her work. BiState fought for medical care and forced the insurance company to pay for the bilateral CTS release surgery. After surgery, BiState negotiated a lump sum settlement after the company paid all of our client’s medical bills.
We are very proud of this result, even though the final settlement was not the largest we’ve ever won. The insurance company did everything possible to avoid paying for this military veteran’s medical treatment: the injury was related to her time in service, it was because of her pregnancy, CTS is only caused by vibrations and not overuse, etc.. After fighting these defenses in front of a judge, we forced the insurance company to pay for the medical benefits that our client deserved under the Missouri Work Comp Act.
carpel tunnel syndrome with cubital tunnel
contested over causation and nature & extent
ankle fracture with hardware implanted
contested over course & scope
traumatic brain injury (TBI) with permanent disability
contested over future medical and form of settlement
fractured clavicle with disfigurement
contested nature & extent and level of injury
strained wrist
contested medical care, causation, and nature & extent
“My work comp case took a little while but the end result was successful. Every time I called with a question or needed someone, I got the help I needed. Having a greatly educated law team on my side made all of the difference.”
“My lawyers were always willing to talk to me. I was able to talk with BiState about my case with any question, and they never made me feel like a problem. Truly on my team.”
“No one ever wants to be hurt, but BiState helped me achieve the best possible outcome considering the situation. When I got my first offer to settle, Matt did a great job explaining why the insurance company wasn’t being fair and how much he thought the case was worth. At the same time, he made sure the choice was mine. BiState fought for every last penny, kept me consistently informed about the case and made sure everything went smoothly so I could focus on healing.”
“I can’t imagine working with anyone other than Mr. Nagel and BiState. Not only did he make himself available whenever I needed him, but he took the time to thoroughly answer my questions and explain all of my options. His knowledge and communication skills are superb and as an added bonus, his personality and sense of humor made a very painful process much more bearable which my family and I so appreciate.”
Matt Nagel epitomizes what I look for in an attorney. He worked tirelessly to assist me as I navigated a situation with an insurance company, constantly communicating the steps he was taking in a clear and understandable way. He seeks feedback because he is the type of person that always strives to find a better way to accomplish a job. Give him a direction, or even an idea of a direction, and he will be sprinting towards an answer. Not only did he handle the delicate balance of personalities (doctors’ offices, insurance companies, etc.) involved with my case with the utmost professionalism, he also consistently kept the best interest of me in mind. If you are looking for someone that always delivers, is always open to feedback, and is constantly looking for ways to improve the process, Matt Nagel and BiState are your attorneys.
Awards
The National Trial Lawyers
Matthew Nagel of the BiState Business Law Center has been named a Top 40 Under 40 Trial Lawyer in Missouri by the National Trial Lawyers Association. Matt has been honored by this award in 2013, 2014 and 2015.
The National Trial Lawyers: Top 40 under 40 is a professional organization composed of the top trial lawyers from each state who are younger than the age of 40. Membership into The National Trial Lawyers: Top 40 under 40 is by invitation only and is extended exclusively to those trial lawyers practicing civil plaintiff and/or criminal defense law. Invitees must exemplify superior qualifications, trial results, and leadership as a young lawyer under the age of 40. Selection is based on a thorough multi-phase process which includes peer nominations combined with third-party research.
From the National Trial Lawyers Website:
“Each of our distinguished Top 40 under 40 members strives to encompass the knowledge, skill, experience and success held by only the best lawyers in America. It is our mission to promote a unique and professional networking opportunity for young lawyers, while developing progressive ideas to pursue justice for those injured by the negligence of others, to educate the public about the importance of access to courts that are free of bias and undue influence, and to protect the right of trial by jury.”
American Society of Legal Advocates
BiState Injury Law Center’s managing partner Matthew Nagel has been named a Top 40 Under 40 Trial Lawyer for the State of Illinois by the American Society of Legal Advocates.
The American Society of Legal Advocates is an invitation-only, nationwide organization of elite lawyers that draws its membership from lawyers who “combine stellar legal credentials with a proven commitment to community engagement and the highest professional standards.” The ASLA limits its membership to less than 1.5% of all licensed lawyers nationwide, and the Top 40 Lawyers Under 40 “identifies and recognizes lawyers demonstrating leadership and talent early on in their careers, not only in their practice, but in exemplifying the characteristics that will demonstrate the best that the legal profession has to offer. By highlighting the work of those showing promise among the next generation of lawyers, we hope to foster growth in the legal profession and promote the highest standards of practice.”
