Your Most Common Questions

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The Law Office of Chad G. Mann represents clients in a range of personal injury matters, including auto accidents, slip and fall injuries, dog bites, and other negligence-related claims. We also represent creditors in debt collection matters. If you’ve been hurt or need to recover what you’re owed, we can help.

No. We work on a contingency fee basis, which means you pay nothing unless we recover money for you. Our maximum fee is capped at 30%—lower than many larger firms. You also get a free consultation so you can understand your options without pressure.

If you were injured due to someone else’s carelessness—like a distracted driver, a negligent property owner, or an uncontrolled dog—you may have a valid personal injury claim. Every situation is different, which is why we offer a free consultation to review your case and give you a clear, honest opinion.

In Missouri, the statute of limitations for most personal injury cases is 5 years from the date of the injury. That might sound like a long time, but the sooner you act, the better your chances of preserving evidence and building a strong case.

Missouri uses a pure comparative fault system. That means you can still recover compensation even if you were partially at fault—your award is simply reduced by your percentage of responsibility. We’ll fight to minimize that percentage and protect your recovery.

Most personal injury cases settle before trial. That said, we prepare every case as if it might go to court—because being ready to litigate gives us more leverage during negotiations. If the insurance company won’t be fair, we’re fully prepared to take your case to court.

It depends on your injuries, how long treatment takes, and how cooperative the insurance company is. Some cases resolve in a few months; others may take a year or more. We’ll keep you informed every step of the way and work efficiently without rushing a lowball settlement.

That’s completely understandable. Many injury claims—especially for dog bites or falls—are paid by homeowners or renters insurance, not the individual. You can pursue the compensation you need without directly harming someone’s finances. We handle these situations with care and professionalism.

Impact statistics and accreditations

Graduate of College of the Ozarks

2 in Top Judgments of 2024 of the Missouri Lawyers Awards as published by Missouri Lawyers Media

Among the 10 Best personal injury attorneys for exceptional and outstanding client service, as published by the American Institute of Personal Injury Attorneys in 2018.

Rising Star attorney as rated by Super Lawyers from 2024 to 2025.

Graduate of the William H. Bowen School of Law – A nationally recognized law school for its legal writing program, consistently ranking among the best in the country. In 2012 it was ranked #9 among all law schools accredited by the ABA by U.S. News and World Report. Further, in Spring of 2015 I received a “Top Paper Award” for the course Research, Writing, & Analysis II