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Work-Related Closed Head Injuries in Missouri

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An injured worker suffering from a work-related head injury may never be able to enjoy the same quality of life as before the accident. Workplace accidents may cause head injuries, which can range from minor to debilitating. Head injuries are classified into closed head injuries and open head injuries. While open head injuries are caused when an object … Read more

Updated: January 23, 2025

Workplace Injuries Involving Manufacturing and Construction Workers

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Manufacturing and construction industry workers are at the highest risk of work-related injuries and death. From the last three decades, the manufacturing and construction industries have been reporting the most number of cases of serious disability resultingย in restricted motion and job transfers and requiring extensive medical treatment. The manufacturing sector accounts for almost 30 percent … Read more

Updated: May 16, 2024

A Temporary Hearing for Workers’ Compensation

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A temporary hearing is requested by an employee whenย there is a dispute about medical treatment or the payment of temporary disability benefits. A temporary hearing is also known as a hardship hearing.ย Employees undergoing treatment for work-related injuries are entitled to compensation for all medical expenses. The compensation covers prescription medication, medical equipment, and physical rehabilitation. … Read more

Updated: November 11, 2019

Should I File for Workers Comp or a Personal Injury Lawsuit?

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Millions ofย injuries and illnesses are reported at U.S. workplaces every year. Laborers, truck drivers, nursing aides, custodians, cleaners, and law enforcement officers are the employeesย most commonly injured at work.ย Workersโ€™ compensation insurance normally covers these injuries and illnesses. However, under some circumstances, anย injured worker may have the option to file a lawsuit against theย employer. Workers Compensation … Read more

Updated: June 17, 2016

Work-Related Cartilage Injuries Among Missouri Workers

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A worker may assume that a cartilage injury is just part of the job; however, these types of injuries may qualify an injured worker for workers’ compensation benefits. Missouri workers are prone to a wide variety of work-related injuries. While some injuries are a result of a sudden accident such as a machinery accident or a fall accident, there … Read more

Updated: June 19, 2024

Workers Comp for St. Louis Assembly Line Injuries

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Assembly line workers are prone to workplace injuries, mainly because of heavy equipment and power-driven machines. Unsafe working conditions combined with a lack of safety precautions contribute to manufacturing accidents. Manufacturing accidents are often serious and may render a worker incapable of working again and earning their living. Some classes of workers such as material handlers, assemblers, machine … Read more

Updated: June 19, 2024