Brad Ford
Cottage Grove Legal Group
Cottage Grove, Minnesota · 31 Years Experience
About Brad Ford
A Cottage Grove native, Brad Ford brings 31 years of workers' comp experience to every case. Before entering private practice, he worked for the Minnesota Workers' Compensation Board, giving his unique insight into how claims are evaluated. He now uses that knowledge to maximize outcomes for injured workers.
Practice Areas
- Workers Compensation
- Employment Law
- Disability Benefits
Frequently Asked Questions
Brad Ford works on a contingency fee basis, meaning you pay nothing unless you win. If your case is successful, the attorney's fee is a percentage of your settlement or award — typically 15–25% in Minnesota. There are no upfront costs and no fees if you don't recover.
Brad Ford handles all types of workers' compensation cases in Minnesota, including Employer Retaliation, Third Party Claims, Permanent Disability, denied claims, permanent disability ratings, and workers' comp appeals.
In Minnesota, you generally must report your injury to your employer within 30 days and file a formal claim within 1–2 years of the injury date. These deadlines are strict — missing them can cost you your benefits. Contact Brad immediately after any workplace injury.
Yes — claim denials are one of Brad Ford's specialties. Insurance companies routinely deny valid claims hoping workers won't fight back. With 31 years of experience in Minnesota workers' comp law, Brad knows exactly how to appeal denials and fight for the benefits you're entitled to.
Brad Ford primarily serves clients in Cottage Grove and the surrounding Minnesota area, but handles cases throughout the state. If you're in Minnesota and were injured at work, contact Brad's office for a free consultation regardless of your location.
Education & Credentials
- J.D. University of Michigan School of Law
- Bar Minnesota State Bar, admitted 1995
- Mbr Minnesota Workers' Compensation Bar Association