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St. Louis Work Accident Death and How to Prove Dependency

If a loved one dies as a result of a work-related accident or illness, the surviving family members may be eligible for death benefits through the Missouri workers’ compensation system. These are weekly benefits from the employer or insurer paid at 66 ⅔% of the deceased employee’s average weekly salary from the last year up … Read more

Updated: February 20, 2024

5 Things to Discuss With Your Missouri Workers Comp Attorney

Here are five things to discuss with your workers compensation attorney during your first meeting with them. If you’re soon having your first meeting with your St. Louis workers comp lawyer, it’s understandable to be a bit nervous. Apart from the case at hand, working with a lawyer is uncharted territory for a lot of … Read more

Updated: October 14, 2019

Can My Employer Fire Me While I Am On Workers Compensation Leave?

If you suspect your termination was direct retaliation for filing a compensation claim, you should get in touch with a St. Louis work injury lawyer as soon as possible. A common reason why some Missouri workers don’t file a workers comp claim is the fear of losing their job. As a result, they try to … Read more

Workers Compensation Benefits for a Dog Bite at Work

Many different jobs can expose workers to dog bites – pretty much any type of work that requires you to make a house call can potentially expose you to these types of injuries. Everyone knows the classic image of the mailman getting attacked by a family dog. This furry friend is just trying to protect … Read more

Updated: May 16, 2024

4 Signs You’ve Found The Right St. Louis Workers Compensation Lawyer

Workers’ compensation cases can be difficult. For this reason, workers are advised to speak with a St. Louis workers comp attorney for assistance. Here are four signs you’ve found the right attorney to work with. If you don’t see any of the signs, it may be a good idea to contact another St. Louis work … Read more

Updated: October 2, 2019

Student Intern Injured on the job – Does He or She Qualify for Workers Comp?

If the intern is unpaid, it can be more difficult to determine whether or not they qualify to receive workers compensation benefits. Working at your first job is an exciting experience, and students are often most curious about how things work, what their future career can look like and how they can exercise their skills … Read more

Updated: November 7, 2024