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Accommodating Disability After an Injured Worker Returns to Work

St Louis Work Injury

Any worker with a disability is entitled to accommodations for their new limitations. Workplace injuries can be debilitating and may render a worker temporarily, partially or permanently disabled depending upon the severity of the injuries. Also, depending on the type of disability and its severity, an injured victim might or might not be able to … Read more

Updated: June 16, 2017

Vocational Rehabilitation After a Workplace Injury

St. Louis Work Injury Lawyer

If you have suffered a workplace injury but are still able to do a certain type of job, vocational rehabilitation may be right for you. If you’ve had an injury in the workplace that is preventing you from doing your job, it can be very depressing. When you’ve worked hard all your life on a … Read more

Updated: April 22, 2018

Reporting OSHA Violations and Employer Retaliation

OSAH Safety Violations

Workers have the right to report their employer for violation of any of these regulations without any fear of retaliation. Every worker is entitled to a safe work environment. The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) provides safety guidelines to employers in all industries, and business owners are required to comply with these regulations. When … Read more

Updated: August 15, 2024

Workplace Injuries Among Pregnant Workers

Pregnant work injury

If you have suffered a workplace injury while pregnant, contact a St. Louis workers compensation lawyer to understand your rights. Employers always have to pay close attention to the safety and well-being of their employees and pregnant women need special attention as their health, and the health of their babies can be at higher risk. … Read more

Updated: June 6, 2017

Preventing Hearing Disabilities Among Workers – St. Louis Work Injury Attorney

Hearing Disabilities

Exposure to loud noises in the workplace can lead to hearing disabilities and even permanent hearing loss. Workers are exposed to a variety of hazards, and can suffer a number of work related injuries and illnesses that can cause permanent disabilities, chronic diseases and even prove fatal. Of the many workplace hazards that employees have … Read more

Updated: May 29, 2017

What you Need to Know About Utilization Review and Work Comp Benefits

FMLA after work injury

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

Updated: February 20, 2024