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Phillip Arthur Tatlow

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  • Saint Louis, MO
  • Licensed for 28 years
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About Phillip

Mr. Tatlow represents people hurt in car crashes, truck wrecks and hurt in work accidents in the St. Louis metropolitian area and around Missouri, Illinois and even in Wisconsin. He is a trial attorney with over 27 years of experience representing people that have been injured at work, in car and truck crashes, hurt working in the factories, injured by defective products and injured or killed due to abuse and neglect occurring in nursing homes and hospitals. Phil has represented many clients throughout the St. Louis Metropolitian area, Jefferson County, Franklin County, St. Charles County, Cole County, Boone County, Randolph County, and other surrounding areas in Madison County and St. Clair County Illinois. He has handled many ERISA accidental death cases and ERISALong Term Disability cases in Missouri, Illinois, Wisconsin, New Mexico and Florida. He is licensed to practice law in Missouri, Illinois and in Wisconsin. Mr Tatlow has tried or mediated hundreds of Worker's Compensation cases, Social Security cases, Premises Liability cases, Civil Rights cases, Fraud cases and Automobile and Truck crashes and Work place accidents and wrongul death cases. He is admitted to the United States District Court for the Eastern District of Missouri and the United States Court of Appeals for the 8th Circuit. Phil has been consulted with by other attorneys around the Country on ERISA litigation cases in states such as Nevada, New Mexico, Illinois, Wyoming, Wisconsin, Missouri and Texas. His ERISA based practice continues to grow as the accidental death, life and disability denials by insurance companies and corporations have increased in recent years. He has represented Professionals on ERISA Long Term Disability cases, including Dentists, Doctors, Trial Attorneys, Risk Managers, Cooking School Chefs/Teachers HR directors and Financial Services Consultants.

 

Mr. Tatlow has won at trial, mediation and obtaining successful recoveries for Wrongful Death and Serious Accident cases involving automobile crashes, trucking accidents, chemical exposures, excessive force and civil rights cases and in premises liability cases. He is willing to go the whole way to trial and through appeal. Phil and his firm and his Partner have over 50 years of combined experience in personal injury, accident cases, worker's compensation cases and in ERISA law.

Practice areas

Civil rightsWorkers compensationEmployee benefitsPersonal injury
  1. Personal injury: 40%

    Automobile and Trucking cases, Wrongful Death Cases, Premises Liability including OSHA violations, Asbestos cases.

    29 years, 250 cases

  2. Employee benefits: 30%

    ERISA Long Term Disability Cases, Life Insurance Cases, Accidental Death Cases, Breach of Fiduciary and Fraud due to the sale of bogus disability plan, 401K Stock drop cases

    29 years, 185 cases

  3. Workers compensation: 20%

    Accidents at work and Injuries to the whole body, neck, back, knees, Occupational Disease, Carpal Tunnel, Shoulders and elbows, Deaths, Burns and scarring. Permanent Total Disability and Second Injury Fund Cases. Cases involving chemicals/asbestos.

    29 years, 175 cases

  4. Civil rights: 10%

    Civil Rights cases for excessive force by police officers of sheriffs or deputies in the improper use of force in tasers, batons, using fists or feet to hit and kick people, or in failing to prevent suicides in a jail setting in Missouri and Illinois

    29 years, 15 cases

Languages spoken

English

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Contact

10525 Big Bend Blvd
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Bollwerk & Tatlow, L.L.C.

10525 Big Bend Blvd
St. Louis, MO, 63122

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License
StateStatusAcquiredUpdated
WIGood Standing201108/18/2020
ILActive And Authorized To Practice Law199203/24/2020
MOGood Standing, Active199105/27/2020
We have not found any instances of professional misconduct for this lawyer.
Avvo Contributions
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Legal guides1
Awards
Award nameGrantorDate granted
Missouri Top 100 Personal Injury AttorneyTop 1002018
AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review RatedMartindale-Hubbell2018
10.0 SuperbAvvo2018
Super Lawyer in Personal Injury and Employee BenefitsSuper Lawyers Magazine2018
Super Lawyer in Personal Injury and Employee BenefitsSuper Lawyers Magazine2017
10.0 SuperbAvvo2017
AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review RatedMartindale-Hubbell2017
AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review RatedMartindale-Hubbell2016
10.0 SuperbAvvo2016
Super Lawyer in Personal Injury and Employee BenefitsSuper Lawyers Magazine2016
Super Lawyer in Personal Injury and Employee BenefitsSuper Lawyers Magazine2015
10.0 SuperbAvvo2015
AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review RatedMartindale-Hubbell2015
Superlawyer in Personal InjurySuperlawyers Magazine2014
AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review RatedMartindale-Hubbell2014
10.0 Superb ratingAvvo2014
10.0 Superb RatingAvvo2013
AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review RatedMartindale-Hubbell2013
AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review RatedMartindale-Hubbell2012
10.0 Superb RatingAvvo2012
AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review RatedMartindale-Hubbell2011
AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review RatedMartindale-Hubbell2010
AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review RatedMartindale-Hubbell2009
AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review RatedMartindale-Hubbell2008
AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review RatedMartindale-Hubbell2007
AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review RatedMartindale-Hubbell2006
AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review RatedMartindale-Hubbell2005
AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review RatedMartindale-Hubbell2004
AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review RatedMartindale-Hubbell2003
AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review RatedMartindale-Hubbell2002
AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review RatedMartindale-Hubbell2001
Work Experience
TitleCompany nameDuration
Owner/PartnerBollwerk & Tatlow, L.L.C.2012 - Present
Partner/OwnerBollwerk, Ryan & Tatlow, L.L.C.2009 - Present
PartnerHockensmith, Tatlow, McKinnis & Hamill1991 - 2009
Associations
Association namePosition nameDuration
State Bar of WisconsinMember2011 - Present
Bar Association of Metropolitan St. LouisMemberN/A
Illinois State Bar AssociationMemberN/A
Missouri BarMemberN/A
American Association for JusticeMemberN/A
Missouri Association of Trial AttorneysMemberN/A
Publications
Publication nameTitleDate
Super Lawyers MagazineSuper Lawyer in Missouri and Illinois2018
Super Lawyers MagazineSuper Lawyer in Missouri and Illinois2018
Super Lawyers MagazineSuper Lawyer in Missouri and Illinois2018
USA&M Mediation and Arbitration ServicesERISA 101: The Interplay between Social Security, Worker's Compensation and ERISA law2016
Missouri Bar: Small Firm and Solo ConferenceERISA Law In Your Non-ERISA Practice2015
8th Circuit Annual Social Security ConventionThe Interplay Between Long Term Disability (ERISA) and Social Security Disability2014
2014 Annual Worker's Compensation Institute (Missouri )Temporary and Permanent Disability Benefits2014
Missouri Bar AssociationEthics in Personal Injury LItigation and Automobile Accidents2010
Education
School nameDegreeGraduated
Saint Louis University School of LawJD - Juris Doctor1991
University of MissouriBA - Bachelor of Arts1986
Speaking Engagements
Conference nameTitleDate
Washington University Law School Seminar sponsored by USA&MERISA 101: The Interplay between Social Security, Worker's Compensation and ERISA law.2016
MIssouri Bar Small Firm and Solo ConferenceERISA Law in Your Non-ERISA Practice2015
2014 Annual Worker's Compensation Institute (Missouri)Permanent Disability, Temporary Benefits and Ethics in Worker's Compensation2014
2014 8th Circuit Annual Social Security ConferenceThe Interplay Between Long Term Disability (ERISA) and Social Security Disability2014
Automobile Accident LitigationAutomobile Accident Litigation: Ethics and Hot Topics2011
Missouri State Bar AssociationAutomobile Accident Litigation2010
Legal cases
Case nameOutcome
Fletcher v. Martarano et alPlaintiff’s verdict $600,000 plus $186,000 arrorney’s fees; settled for $850,000 after appeal
D.H. v. Great West and Anheuser BuschPayment of full policy limits of life insuance
M.S. v. Anheuser Busch and Prudential Insurance Company of AmericaAward of policy limits of $100,000
G.V. v. Prudential Insurance Company and Anheuser BuschPayment of policy limits of $100,000
J. V. vs. Metropolitan Life Insurance CompanyWon lump sum of 66,000 plus monthly payments of over 4,000 per month for over ten years
PB v. Anheuser Busch and Prudential Insurance Company of AmericaPayment of $100,000 Policy Limits.

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Phil Tatlow, excellent Personal Injury Lawyer

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Phil Tatlow got me the maximum settlement in the Second Injury Fund by being tenacious against their lawyers who heartily contested my disability.He and his staff kept me informed through the whole ordeal with letters and phone calls.I would highly recommend Phil as a lawyer and a good person!
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Highly recommend!

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We turned to Phil to help pursue an insurance settlement following my daughter’s car accident. Phil’s vast legal knowledge of the insurance landscape is matched by his compassionate manner. Every step of the way, he made sure that both my daughter and I understood and were comfortable with what would happen next. We were very happy with the process and the result. I recommend Phil highly!
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Great Plan for Tackling the Case

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We had a case with some unique challenges. Phil crafted a great strategic plan, and found the right resources that we needed to take the case to a positive completion. Phil was supportive during the entire process, and it was clear he had the perfect experience to help us through.
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Very Happy I Made The Call.

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Mr. Phillip Tatlow was recommended to me by a very close friend who encouraged me to give Phillip's office a call. Phillip's staff had an appointment set up for me within a day or two.Phillip is very easy to talk to and I felt very comfortable discussing my situation with him.I have always considered myself a very dedicated and proud employee and have been with the same company for over 36 years. While working on a piece of equipment that had malfunctioned, I suffered a neck injury with pain radiating down my left arm. The injury was reported immediately and several day later, I was seen by the company's workman compensation doctor. Several test's, physical therapy and painful injections resulted in no pain relief. The company's doctors final opinion was that I needed a cervical fusion operation, but that he didn't think the injury was caused at work,said that it was a pre-existing condition and that the operation would not be covered by workers compensation insurance, there was nothing more that they could do. After giving Phillip all the information, he explained to me what he thought would be the best course to take and assured me that he would do whatever he could to help me. With Phillip's diligence and guidance, my cervical fusion operation was approved and performed by the doctor of my choice with all medical bills paid, and I was awarded a substantial amount to settle the case. I am very appreciative to Phillip and his staff for all the hard work and dedication it took to make this possible. I would highly recommend Phillip Tatlow to anyone who feels that they have been unjustly treated. John B. 2016
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Trustworthy, Competent and Experienced

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Trust, competence and experience are 3 very important qualities that are required when you need an attorney and Phillip Tatlow provided me with more than enough of all three. My case was lengthily, as well as complicated and he never once hesitated at spending the time and resources necessary to bring it to a positive conclusion. When I first approached Phil about my case he was more than forthright about my issues and he did not hesitate to develop a plan that allowed us to reach a successful conclusion. My experience with Mr.Tatlow has been nothing but positive and I would highly recommend him if you need an attorney. I'm confident that you'll be glad that you consulted with him. He is an excellent attorney and more importantly a good man.
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Phillip A. Tatlow - The Best of the Best

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When I approached Phil about my job-related disability situation, I had very little hope that I had a case against the insurance company that my employer had hired. Within a couple of hours Phil had assured me that I did have a case and a very good chance of collecting funds due me. Over a period of years, because the insurance company initially denied my claim, Phil time and time again provided extraordinary professionalism, determination, experience and expertise which led to my being awarded the funds we were initially requesting, plus having his fees covered by the insurance company. Phil has fantastic communication skills which made it easy for me to understand the various steps he was taking and which gave me tremendous confidence that I had chosen the right attorney to represent me.

Phil is top-notch

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Phil is an exceptionally talented lawyer. I trust him and his firm absolutely to handle all of my legal matters.

Excellent Attorney

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Mr. Tatlow represented me after an auto accident caused by a careless driver 15 years ago. As my medical bills piled up I knew I needed expert help and thank God for Mr. Tatlow. He did a great job for me and my family. I have since referred several friends to Mr. Tatlow for a variety of legal needs and we all agree that he is outstanding.

William D. Sr.

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Phil represented me in an ERISA case. After denying me three times by my company for the short term disability, the insurence company denied me long term disability benefits because of the denial for short term. For a little over a year I contacted at least 9 attorneys who all said my case was not winable and wouldn't be profitable for them. They didn't even check it out. I found Phil by chance and he said my case was a difficult one and I may not win, but he took on the case. After a couple of years dealing with what I call inept attorneys and insurance executives, the judge found in our favor. We even had to go to Federal Court and after a few questions that Phil handled ever so brilliantly we won again. I call Phil my Clark Kent. He is so mild mannered, but when push comes to shove, the cape comes out and he is almost indestructable. Phil will always have first shot in any legal matter I may have.

Excellent Attorney

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Mr. Tatlow represented my wife and I in what I considered to be a very complex personal injury case. We found him to be caring, committed and compassionate while exhibiting genuine concern for my physical well-being as a result of my injury. His knowledge of the laws pertaining to our specific case proved to be very extensive which served to instill confidence from the onset. It was obvious that the opposing attorneys respected Mr. Tatlow's integrity and abilities which I feel ultimately helped us gain a favorable settlement in the case. A most memorable moment of the case for me turned out to be the masterful way Mr. Tatlow deposed a less than honest insurance "hired gun" Physician. Justice was served when the Physician was exposed to be unscrupulous through Mr. Tatlow's skillful questioning. I would certainly recommend Mr. Tatlow to anyone in need of a stellar attorney.
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J. Thomas Mihalczo, Personal injury Attorney on Feb 2, 2018
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

I endorse this lawyer.

Michael Waddington, Military law Attorney on May 30, 2014
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

I endorse Phillip. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community.

Jill Bollwerk, Workers compensation Attorney on Mar 1, 2011
Relationship: Co-worker

Phil is a wonderful lawyer and human being. That's why we opened our partnership up to him about 18 months ago. He is simply the best at handling life and disability insurance appeals. He also cares a great deal about his clients and he goes the extra mile for them at all times. You won't find a more professional and fair-minded lawyer than Phil.

Christian Faiella, Personal injury Attorney on Feb 9, 2011
Relationship: Worked together on matter

I have known Phil for 15 years, and have had the opportunity to see the quality of his legal work first hand. Phil is fine attorney who focuses his practice on helping people who have been harmed by broken promises or negligent acts. Phil is a passionate advocate for his clients interest. Phil has fought against large corporations who have caused serious physical harm to his clients. Phil has also taken on big insurance companies who have denied his clients insurance benefits under ERISA. I recommend Phil without reservation.

Edward Gilkerson, Divorce and separation Attorney on Jan 23, 2011
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

I have known and had the pleasure to work with Phil Tatlow for nearly 20 years. Phil is an excellent lawyer, well respected in our legal community and has only his client's best interests at heart. I refer clients to Phil because I know that he will take good care of their needs.

Joan Swartz, Business Attorney on Jan 12, 2011
Relationship: Worked together on matter

Phil is a lawyer for lawyers and others interested in someone who seeks the truth and seeks to recover that which should have been paid to claimants long before the claimant retained him. He has an excellent grasp of legal issues. I would use him if I ever get into a dispute with an insurance company. He is a competent, ethical and quite able advocate.

Cost

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  • Hourly Rates$325-$475/hour
    RATES
    • Contingency A contingency fee is the percent of the final award a lawyer will receive as compensation. For some of these cases, lawyers will only be paid if there is a successful outcome.25%-40%
    PAYMENT METHODS

    Cash, Check

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