Atty. Michael B. Hazel
Michael B. Hazel is a lawyer practicing personal injury, workers compensation, family law and 2 other areas of law.
Family Law & More Attorney · Serving Caruthersville, MO · 53+ Years Experience
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About Michael B. Hazel at a Glance
Michael B. Hazel is a personal injury, family law, workers comp, ssd, and securities attorney based in Caruthersville, Missouri. They have 53+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1973. Admitted to practice in Missouri U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Missouri (1973). Educated at University of Missouri-Columbia (J.D., 1973) and Southeast Missouri State University (B.S., 1970). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serves clients in Caruthersville, MO and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Michael B. Hazel
- Michael B. Hazel is a lawyer practicing personal injury, workers compensation, family law and 2 other areas of law
- Michael received a B.S. degree from Southeast Missouri State University in 1970, and has been licensed for 53 years
- Michael practices in Caruthersville, MO
Practice Areas Explained
Michael B. Hazel's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Michael B. Hazel handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Caruthersville.
Personal Injury in Caruthersville
Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.
Michael B. Hazel is one of 262,557 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Missouri →
Family Law in Caruthersville
Family law attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.
Michael B. Hazel is one of 185,688 family law attorneys indexed nationally. Browse family law attorneys in Missouri →
Workers Compensation in Caruthersville
Workers compensation lawyers help injured workers get medical care, lost wages, and disability benefits. Free consult, no fee unless you win.
Michael B. Hazel is one of 54,932 workers comp attorneys indexed nationally. Browse workers comp attorneys in Missouri →
Social Security Disability in Caruthersville
SSDI and SSI attorneys for disability claims, denied benefits, and Social Security appeals.
Michael B. Hazel is one of 26,311 ssd attorneys indexed nationally. Browse ssd attorneys in Missouri →
Securities Law in Caruthersville
Michael B. Hazel is one of 64,075 securities attorneys indexed nationally. Browse securities attorneys in Missouri →
Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Caruthersville
Practicing law in Missouri. Legal matters in Missouri are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Caruthersville are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Missouri state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Missouri brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this venue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Missouri courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
Caruthersville Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Caruthersville-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Caruthersville Choose Michael B. Hazel
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Michael B. Hazel's practice in the field of personal injury, family law, workers comp, ssd, and securities.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Michael B. Hazel brings 53+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering personal injury, family law, and workers comp, Michael B. Hazel can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Caruthersville
A Caruthersville-based practice means Michael B. Hazel attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
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Common Legal Issues Michael B. Hazel Handles in Caruthersville
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters Michael B. Hazel has experience with under Missouri law. If your situation involves one of these case categories, this attorney may be well positioned to help you understand your options.
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