Cheryl Smith

Cheryl Smith 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 South Dakota. There are no upfront costs and no fees if you don't recover.

Cheryl Smith handles all types of workers' compensation cases in South Dakota, including Workers Compensation Appeals, Administrative Hearings, Denied Claims, denied claims, permanent disability ratings, and workers' comp appeals.

In South Dakota, 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 Cheryl immediately after any workplace injury.

Yes — claim denials are one of Cheryl Smith's specialties. Insurance companies routinely deny valid claims hoping workers won't fight back. With 27 years of experience in South Dakota workers' comp law, Cheryl knows exactly how to appeal denials and fight for the benefits you're entitled to.

Cheryl Smith primarily serves clients in Brookings and the surrounding South Dakota area, but handles cases throughout the state. If you're in South Dakota and were injured at work, contact Cheryl's office for a free consultation regardless of your location.