Insurance companies often dispute lumbar disc replacement claims, even when the procedure is medically necessary. If you’ve suffered a serious back injury at work and your doctor has recommended lumbar disc replacement surgery, you may be surprised to find that the insurance company is pushing back—or outright denying coverage. At the Law Office of James … Read more
Approaching your anticipated MMI date? Learn what it means for your Missouri workers’ comp benefits—and contact us to protect your rights before settling. If you’re pursuing a workers’ compensation claim in Missouri, you may come across the term “Anticipated MMI Date” in your medical reports or claim documentation. Understanding what this term means is important, … Read more
If you’ve been injured in a St. Louis work injury, here’s why choosing a local workers’ compensation attorney can make all the difference. Getting hurt on the job can be overwhelming—especially when your medical bills are piling up, you’re unable to work, and your employer or insurance company is dragging their feet on your workers’ … Read more
Have permanent work restrictions after a job injury? Here’s how they can affect your case. Contact us to protect your rights and benefits. If you’ve suffered a workplace injury in Missouri and your doctor has placed you under a permanent work restriction, it likely means your injury has resulted in lasting physical limitations. These restrictions … Read more
If you’ve filed a workers’ compensation claim in Missouri, there’s a chance you could be under surveillance—yes, even if your injury is real. Insurance companies are in the business of minimizing payouts, and one of the tools they often use is hiring private investigators (PIs) to observe injured workers and look for any behavior that … Read more
If you’ve filed a workers’ compensation claim, you may be under surveillance. Contact us today to schedule a free consultation. When you file a workers’ compensation claim in Missouri, you expect your employer’s insurance company to review medical reports, talk to doctors, and process your benefits fairly. What you might not expect is someone following … Read more