If you or a loved one have suffered injuries that led to a functional limitation, it’s important to know how to use these two terms before you file a claim. The terms “impairment” and “disability” are often be used interchangeably in colloquial language. Most people think about a common meaning, which is losing the physical … Read more
Here’s how you can find out if your work injury was reported, and what you can do if you find out it wasn’t. When you are injured at work, you are required to notify your employer, in writing, no later than 30 days after the accident, or after you’ve received a diagnosis (in case you … Read more
If you suspect your worker’s compensation check is incorrect, it may not be just in your head, and it’s important to look into it. Missouri workers who have been injured on the job generally have a right to receive workers’ compensation benefits. In an ideal world, this process would be very straightforward and would work … Read more
It’s not uncommon for the insurance company to ask for an IME, and generally speaking, they are not necessarily a cause for alarm. When you suffer a work injury or have contracted an illness because of your job, and open the worker’s comp process, you will generally receive treatment by a doctor of your employer’s … Read more
If you’ve recently been injured on the job in St. Louis and you want to file a worker’s compensation claim, you may be wondering what you’re entitled to. Medical Care & Expenses First and foremost, you must see a doctor authorized by your employer and their insurance company. All of the medical care and expenses … Read more
In most cases, you can’t file a personal injury lawsuit against your employer if you’re injured on the job, even if this was due to unsafe conditions. However, you may still be entitled to compensation. If you’ve experienced an injury on the job in St. Louis or elsewhere in Missouri, you may be wondering what … Read more