To avoid paying workers’ comp benefits employers will try to insist that an employee was really an independent contractor. Workers’ compensation is the type of insurance that an employer has to take out to ensure that if their employee is injured while on the job, the employer has the assets to cover any damages or … Read more
Work campers can face a number of obstacles when trying to file a workers compensation claim. If you have not heard of the phrase “work campers,” you are not alone. Many senior citizens who are not yet ready for full retirement are buying campers and traveling around the United States taking on temporary jobs. In … Read more
Has your employer refused your Missouri workers compensation benefits, claiming it is an idiopathic cause? The workers who get injured while performing their duties in the workplace are entitled to get workers’ compensation benefits. They can get compensation for their medical expenses and loss of income. The future medical costs are also taken into consideration. … Read more
Everyday, millions of healthcare workers are exposed to bloodborne pathogens. Working as a medical professional may not seem like a particularly hazardous occupation when compared with others such as firefighters, law enforcers and construction workers. However, it can be a very dangerous occupation due to the wide variety of potential hazards that medical professionals can … 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
It’s important to know when you should seek a St. Louis work injury lawyer, or else you may miss out on your rights. If you got injured on the job in Missouri, you may need to contact a St. Louis workers compensation lawyer. However, it’s true that not all cases require you to contact an … Read more