Workers’ Compensation Death Benefits

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The death of a loved one can leave an entire family devastated. The loss is further complicated with 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

Updated: March 20, 2015

Top Reasons Workers’ Compensation Claims Are Denied

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Has your workers’ compensation claim been denied? The workers’ compensation system is designed to provide benefits to employees who get injured in the course and scope of their employment. However, there have been cases when the employer has denied a claim and the injured worker has to hire a Missouri workers’ compensation attorney to receive the benefits. The … Read more

Updated: December 29, 2015

Workers’ Compensation and Work-Related Stress

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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

Updated: October 14, 2022

Injuries Not Covered by Workers’ Compensation

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Are you unsure if your work-related injury will be covered by workers’ compensation? Workers’ compensation law is governed by the state, so the regulations vary from state to state. The injuries which are covered and which are not covered under the compensation system also vary from state to state; however, the general rule is that an … Read more

Updated: March 9, 2015

Are Missouri Workers Covered in a Workplace Attack?

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Employees have a right to expect a certain level of safety in the workplace. How common is workplace violence? Accourding to OSHA, murder is the fourth-leading cause of fatal occupational injuries in the workplace. If you are the victim of a violent act while at work you need to speak with a St. Louis workers’ compensation … Read more

Updated: January 31, 2017

Understanding the Dangers of Benzene Exposure

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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 … Read more

Updated: January 31, 2017