If you have suffered an eye injury on the job, we will help you understand your legal rights and options. Eye injuries not only threaten a worker’s vision, but also his/her ability to earn a living and enjoy life. So, a worker who suffers a work related injury in the workplace deserves workers compensation benefits. … Read more
Work Injuries Workers Comp for Amputations and Crush Injuries Missouri puts a schedule on what a finger is worth. Your life puts a different one. Amputations and crush injuries are among the most serious workplace injuries, and workers’ compensation treats them differently: alongside medical care and lost wages, Missouri pays specific loss compensation based on … Read more
An estimated 40,000 injuries and illnesses are reported in the meatpacking industry each year. While work-related injuries can occur in any industry, some industries are known to be much more dangerous than others. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), meatpacking is one of the most dangerous industries in the United States. Each year, … Read more
These brave men and women put their lives at risk to protect us, and the process can take a toll on their health and well-being. Being a police officer or firefighter is one of the most stressful careers a person can choose. These brave men and women put their lives at risk to protect us, … Read more
Employers have the responsibility to provide a safe work environment for their employees. The Occupational Safety and Health Act of 1970 was passed to prevent workers from getting seriously injured or killed at work. The OSH law created the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), which establishes and enforces protective workplace safety and health standards … Read more
When your employer denies your claim, or you fail to receive your benefits promptly, contact a workers’ compensation lawyer immediately. Workers’ compensation is a system that provides financial benefits to those who get injured on the job or suffer an occupational illness. So it is great to hear an injured worker say that their supervisor … Read more
