Best Places to Work 2025 banner

Cook Barkett Ponder & WolzCook Barkett Ponder & Wolz

  • Our Attorneys
    • J. Michael Ponder
    • Matthew Glenn
    • Daniel J. Grimm
    • Jacob D. Lawrence
    • Matthew R. Davis
    • Phillip J. Barkett, Jr.
    • Kathleen Wolz
    • Stephen Carman
    • Andrea Lueckenhoff
  • Results
    • Case Highlights
  • Practice Areas
    • Personal Injury
    • Car Accident
    • Truck Accident
    • Motorcycle Accident
    • ​Pedestrian Accident
    • Product Liability
    • Wrongful Death
    • Traumatic Brain Injury
    • Spinal Cord Injury
    • Burn Injury
    • Bicycle Accident
  • Resources
    • Videos
    • Blog
    • FAQs
    • End Distracted Driving
  • Careers
  • Contact
  • (573) 335-6651
    Call Us 24/7
What’s a No-Fault Car Accident Claim? And How Missouri’s System is Different

What’s a No-Fault Car Accident Claim? And How Missouri’s System is Different

In a nutshell, a no-fault claim means you typically turn to your own car insurance for injury-related expenses after an accident,...

READ MORE

General By  rankings.io 
Sick of Insurers Treating Injured Motorcyclists Unfairly? Here’s How to Fight Back.

Sick of Insurers Treating Injured Motorcyclists Unfairly? Here’s How to Fight Back.

Many insurance companies operate with preconceived notions about motorcyclists. They might see you as a risk-taker, a daredevil, or somehow automatically...

READ MORE

General By  rankings.io 
What is the Safest Way to Pass a Motorcycle?

What is the Safest Way to Pass a Motorcycle?

You see that rider ahead, and you want to get by. Easy, right? Well, not always. There’s a way to do...

READ MORE

General By  rankings.io 
Do Motorcycles Have the Right of Way? Understanding Motorcycle Right-of-Way Laws in SEMO

Do Motorcycles Have the Right of Way? Understanding Motorcycle Right-of-Way Laws in SEMO

If you’ve been involved in a motorcycle accident in Southeast Missouri (SEMO), one of the first questions that likely comes to...

READ MORE

General By  rankings.io 
Do Lawyers Get Paid If They Lose? Understanding Legal Fees in SEMO (Especially for Injury Cases)

Do Lawyers Get Paid If They Lose? Understanding Legal Fees in SEMO (Especially for Injury Cases)

Following an unexpected injury – whether from a car accident on I-55 near Cape Girardeau, a slip and fall in Sikeston,...

READ MORE

General By  rankings.io 
You Feel Fine After a Car Accident in SEMO? Why a Medical Exam is Still Crucial for Your Health and Injury Claim

You Feel Fine After a Car Accident in SEMO? Why a Medical Exam is Still Crucial for Your Health and Injury Claim

You’ve just been in a car accident in SEMO, perhaps a fender-bender in Cape Girardeau or a more serious collision in...

READ MORE

General By  rankings.io 
Rear-Ended and Then You Hit the Car in Front? Understanding Liability After Your SEMO Accident

Rear-Ended and Then You Hit the Car in Front? Understanding Liability After Your SEMO Accident

You’ve been in a car accident in Southeast Missouri (SEMO). You were stopped, or slowing down, and suddenly – BAM! You’re...

READ MORE

General By  rankings.io 
Injured in a SEMO Bike Accident? Where Your Crash Happened Is Crucial for Your Injury Claim

Injured in a SEMO Bike Accident? Where Your Crash Happened Is Crucial for Your Injury Claim

Riding a bicycle is a great way to enjoy the outdoors, exercise, or commute around Cape Girardeau, Sikeston, Poplar Bluff, and...

READ MORE

General By  rankings.io 
How Often Do Car Accident Claims Go to Court?

How Often Do Car Accident Claims Go to Court?

Car accidents can be life-altering. Beyond the physical injuries, victims often face mounting medical bills, lost wages, and an overwhelming amount...

READ MORE

General By  rankings.io 
What Can a Lawyer Do for You After a Car Accident?

What Can a Lawyer Do for You After a Car Accident?

A car accident can flip your life upside down in an instant, leaving you physically, emotionally, and financially overwhelmed. Whether you’re...

READ MORE

General By  rankings.io 
What Happens in a Car Accident Lawsuit?

What Happens in a Car Accident Lawsuit?

If you’ve been in a car accident, your world may feel turned upside down. Between physical pain, emotional stress, and mounting...

READ MORE

General By  rankings.io 
How Can a Motorcycle Accident Lawyer Help You?

How Can a Motorcycle Accident Lawyer Help You?

Motorcycle accidents can be life-changing events, leaving survivors with more than just physical pain. They bring emotional distress, financial strain, and...

READ MORE

General By  rankings.io 
23456
Home  /  Our Attorneys  /  Client Resources  / Disclaimer / Accessibility
Cook, Barkett, Ponder & Wolz

The choice of a lawyer is an important decision and should not be based upon advertisements alone.

Free Case Evaluation

Schedule Now

Call us Today

Schedule Now
Cook Barket Ponder & Wolz

The choice of a lawyer is an important decision and should not be based upon advertisements alone.

Free Case Evaluation

Schedule Now

Call Us Today

Call Now
Best Place to Work 2025

Facebook


Instagram


LinkedIn


TikTok


YouTube
Cook Barket Ponder & Wolz

The choice of a lawyer is an important decision and should not be based upon advertisements alone..

     

Free Case Evaluation

Schedule Now

Call Us Today

Call Now

Cape Girardeau Office

1610 N. Kingshighway,
Suite 201
Cape Girardeau, MO 63701
(573) 335-6651

Bloomfield Office

208 S Prairie St,
Bloomfield, MO 63825
(573) 891-1440

Sikeston Office

104 E. Center Street, Suite 109
Sikeston, MO 63801
(573) 481-4301

Copyright 2026 Cook, Barkett, Ponder & Wolz. All Rights Reserved. Unauthorized Use Prohibited.

Sign in to your account

Account Login
Forgot your password?