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If you have sustained injuries resulting from a chemical exposure while on the job, there are two options for you. Chemical exposure can occur in any employment situation. Workers in factories handling chemicals and other dangerous materials are more prone to toxic exposure; however, office workers have also been exposed to fumes from cleaning agents and … Read more
The death of a loved one can leave an entire family devastated. The loss is further complicated by the financial turmoil that follows. The workers’ compensation system provides death benefits to the surviving dependents of the deceased worker in case the death is caused by a work-related injury. The surviving dependents can claim death benefits in the … Read more
It may be difficult to prove a work-related emotional or mental stress injury. Workplace stress injuries are usually physical in nature, arising out of repetitive motions that lead to muscle strain and conditions such as carpal tunnel syndrome. However, in some rare cases, work-related stress can lead to compensable emotional or mental injury. Physical Stress … Read more
Some of the most serious occupational illnesses are caused by exposure to dangerous chemicals. Exposure to chemicals such as asbestos, benzene, and other hazardous chemicals can cause serious illnesses. If you or someone close to you has become ill because of benzene exposure, you will want to know more about what it is, how dangerous it is for … Read more
Regardless of the circumstances leading to a work-related injury, an employer is generally exempt from being sued as part of Missouri workers’ compensation statutes. The no-fault insurance was designed to ensure that an injured employee’s medical costs be paid for, while protecting the employer from being held liable for negligence. You can, however, file a personal injury claim if an … Read more
If a worker cannot perform daily work without pain, he or she may be suffering from a repetitive stress injury. Different types of injuries, irrespective of the cause and fault, are covered by workers’ compensation. A workplace injury can leave a person incapable of returning to work for weeks or even months. If a worker cannot perform daily work without pain, he or she … Read more