Construction workers face a number of hazards in the workplace. If you have been injured you should be receiving all of your benefits. Construction site workers have to deal with various hazards on a daily basis. Their work is very strenuous and requires them to climb great heights, operate powerful machinery, or work on busy … Read more
Imposing a drug test for a workers compensation claim may be within your employer’s legal right. A lawyer can advise you further on this matter. Sometimes, when you get injured on the job and file for workers compensation to cover your medical treatment, your employer may ask you to take a drug test. Missouri workers … Read more
The Jones Act protects all workers that contribute to maritime commerce in case of injury during work, from the sailors and the captain of a ship to the dock workers. River, barge, and dock workers in Missouri face risks at work every day. There are number of hazards they encounter such as slick surfaces and … Read more
Exposure to chemicals, including formaldehyde, can increase the risk of developing debilitating conditions. Numerous studies have found a link between exposure to pesticides, asbestos, dyes, solvents, coal or stone dust, and asphalt can cause different types of cancers and other conditions with devastating consequences. Formaldehyde should be on the list too. Numerous workers are exposed … Read more
Some employers may use a few sneaky tactics to lessen the amount of workers comp you’re entitled to or try to avoid paying compensation altogether. Companies have a responsibility to take care of their employees and provide a safe working environment. However, in spite of an employer’s efforts to ensure that proper safety regulations are … Read more
One of the most common, but somehow less talked about work-related injuries is temporary or permanent hearing loss or hearing impairment. Here are some numbers provided by the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH)to help you understand how prevalent this issue is. Hazardous Noises Are More Common Than You Imagine In the hope … Read more