Comet H. Haraldson, Workers Comp Attorney in Sioux Falls, South Dakota

Comet concentrates on workers comp. Each area below outlines the kind of case Comet handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

• Workers Comp

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Comet's primary office is at 300 S. Phillips Ave., Ste. 300, Sioux Falls, SD, 57104. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Working with a new workers comp attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Comet usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.

Comet discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in workers comp practice — ask which fits.

• How much does it cost to hire Comet for a workers comp case?

  Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Comet walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.

• Does Comet offer a free consultation?

  Comet charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Comet's office. Some workers comp attorneys offer free consults — check Comet's current terms during booking.

• How long do workers comp cases in South Dakota typically take?

  Simple workers comp matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. Comet gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.

• Can Comet take my case if I'm outside Sioux Falls?

  Comet is licensed in South Dakota. Matters governed by South Dakota law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Comet will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.

• What should I bring to my first meeting with Comet?

  Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. Comet will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.

• Is Comet accepting new workers comp clients right now?

  Comet's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.