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Avoiding Injury When Lifting Heavy Objects

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Heavy lifting makes up over a third of work-related injuries and poses a serious risk to Missouri workers. Sustaining an injury during heavy lifting is something that has happened to many people, especially those that are middle-aged or older. This can occur while moving, in the gym, or in the workplace. The pain may even … Read more

Updated: November 1, 2024

4 Things a Workersโ€™ Compensation Lawyer Can Help You With

4 things a workers comp attorney can help you with

An experienced workers comp attorney can help you get all of the workers compensation benefits you are legally entitled to. If you are ever injured at work, it is in your best interest to speak with a workers comp attorney. Often, workers believe that they can handle their cases alone and that doing so will … Read more

How Dangerous Is Worker Fatigue?

worker fatigue

Fatigue can set in due to a variety of circumstances, but the number one culprit is lack of sleep. While the recommended sleep levels have been set to 7-9 hours per night, about 38% of Americans get under 7. Beyond the numbers, many people suffer from poor sleep quality, long work hours, and high stress. … Read more

Updated: April 29, 2019

What Am I Entitled to If I Am Injured at Work?

injured at work

When you are injured while on the job in the state of Missouri, you are generally entitled to workersโ€™ compensation benefits. Although not based on negligence, meaning that you donโ€™t have to prove that someone else did something to cause your injuries, you do have to be engaged in work-related activities that are both under … Read more

Should You Hire a Workers Comp Attorney or Handle Your Own Claim?

should you hire a workers comp attorney

The process you undergo after a workplace injury can be very confusing and frustrating. Workers rarely think about what would happen if they are injured at work. The result of this mindset is that they often do not plan for an injury and do not know what to do when one occurs. When they have … Read more

Updated: July 16, 2018

Do I Have the Right to Appeal My Workers Compensation Case in Missouri?

If you or your St. Louis workers compensation lawyer has decided to take your case to trial, you may be wondering what happens if you lose the case, or do not get adequate compensation. In this article, weโ€™ll discuss what you need to know about workers compensation appeals in Missouri. You Have the Right to … Read more

Updated: February 6, 2024