Recent information and news regarding workers’ compensation.
Waste collectors who suffer work-related injuries or illnesses are entitled to benefits under the Missouri Workers’ Comp Law. The benefits include disability benefits, lost wages, and death benefits. Waste collection is one of the most challenging and most demanding occupations in the country. This job is chock-full of unique hazards that increase the risk for … Read more
If you or your St. Louis workers compensation lawyer has decided to take your case to trial, you may be wondering what happens if you lose the case, or do not get adequate compensation. In this article, we’ll discuss what you need to know about workers compensation appeals in Missouri. You Have the Right to … Read more
If you’ve suffered from food poisoning that you’ve contracted at work, you may wonder whether or not you can claim workers compensation. Every year, food poisoning affects millions of people in the US. Food poisoning can prove to be dangerous. If you’ve ever had it you’ll know what we mean. But while most of us … Read more
Chronic Pulmonary Disease is not a disease in itself, but it a group of diseases that are caused by the limitation of airflow in the airways. Chronic Pulmonary Disease (COPD) is also known as Chronic Obstructive Airway Disease. It is not a disease in itself, but it a group of diseases that are caused by … Read more
Amputations have a tremendous impact on the life of the accident victim – physically, emotionally, and financially. It is an employer’s responsibility to ensure the safety of all his or her workers. Depending on the nature of the work, an employer may need to provide safety equipment or training to the employees in order to help them … Read more
Repetitive stress on a particular set of muscles at the workplace can cause musculoskeletal disorders including carpal tunnel syndrome. Although we may not view carpal tunnel syndrome as a serious illness, it can severely affect a person’s ability to perform his or her job or even daily activities. Workers at Risk There are certain classes of workers who … Read more