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Recognizing the Signs of Work-Related Lower Back Pain and Getting Treatment

Back pain is one of the most common reasons people miss work or file workers compensation claims. At some point, everyone has probably experienced back pain. Itโ€™s actually one of the most common reasons why people might have to miss work and a common claim in workers’ compensation. Some may think that back pain is … Read more

Updated: October 16, 2019

Getting a Second Opinion If You Are Injured on the Job

The insurance company will generally make strategic decisions to save themselves money. In Missouri, workers’ compensation laws are designed to bring some comfort to workers who might get injured or sick on the job. They state that should workers have a medical need directly resulting from their work, then the costs will be fully covered … Read more

Updated: October 14, 2019

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 โ…”% of the deceased employeeโ€™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 youโ€™re soon having your first meeting with your St. Louis workers comp lawyer, itโ€™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 donโ€™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