Kathleen Clark III
Clark Injury Law
Independence, Missouri · 10 Years Experience
About Kathleen Clark III
A Independence native, Kathleen Clark III brings 10 years of workers' comp experience to every case. Before entering private practice, she worked for the Missouri Workers' Compensation Board, giving her unique insight into how claims are evaluated. She now uses that knowledge to maximize outcomes for injured workers.
Practice Areas
- Workers Compensation
- Medical Malpractice
- Slip and Fall
Frequently Asked Questions
Kathleen Clark III 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 Missouri. There are no upfront costs and no fees if you don't recover.
Kathleen Clark III handles all types of workers' compensation cases in Missouri, including Workers Compensation, Occupational Disease, Death Benefits, denied claims, permanent disability ratings, and workers' comp appeals.
In Missouri, 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 Kathleen immediately after any workplace injury.
Yes — claim denials are one of Kathleen Clark III's specialties. Insurance companies routinely deny valid claims hoping workers won't fight back. With 10 years of experience in Missouri workers' comp law, Kathleen knows exactly how to appeal denials and fight for the benefits you're entitled to.
Kathleen Clark III primarily serves clients in Independence and the surrounding Missouri area, but handles cases throughout the state. If you're in Missouri and were injured at work, contact Kathleen's office for a free consultation regardless of your location.
Education & Credentials
- J.D. Ohio State University School of Law
- Bar Missouri State Bar, admitted 2016
- Mbr Missouri Workers' Compensation Bar Association