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At times, an employer can retaliate against an employee that filed or has received workers compensation. Workers who suffer injuries in the workplace are entitled to workers compensation benefits that cover medical expenses and a part of wage loss. As per the Missouri law, all employers are bound by law to have workers compensation insurance … Read more
If you are a truck driver and have been injured while working, you may have many questions about your workers compensation claim. If you’re a truck driver, do you know if you would be able to claim workers compensation if you were to suffer an injury while at work? You might presume that of course … Read more
A recent study confirmed that ergonomic hazards play a major role in causing musculoskeletal injuries among construction workers. Workplace injuries, especially in the construction industry are a common occurrence. Apart from the workplace accidents that can cause severe injuries as well as fatalities, chronic injuries caused by repetitive job functions are also quite common. A … Read more
A worker can be denied his/her workers comp benefits because of a utilization review, even if they suffered injuries at the workplace. Workers compensation covers medical treatment, lost wages, ongoing care and any other necessary expenses arising out of a workplace injury. The benefits are available only if the injury occurred at the workplace or … Read more
Firefighters have to work under stress in extremely hazardous conditions. Firefighting is a dangerous profession, where lives are almost always at stake. The job exposes firefighters to risks of many life-threatening injuries, long-term illnesses, as well as death. For many, the threat of developing cancer due to exposure to harmful substances during the course of … Read more
If you are collecting workers compensation benefits, you may be wondering if you need to pay taxes on that money. If you are collecting workers compensation benefits due to an accident at work, you might be wondering if you should be saving up money to pay taxes on the money you receive. The good news … Read more