Workers compensation may cover work-related stress related disorders, such as post traumatic stress disorder. Cases of physical injuries are quite straightforward, because some simple diagnostic tests can establish the severity of the injury and appropriate treatment can be provided. However, with mental and stress related injuries, such as post traumatic stress disorder, things are not … Read more
An injured employee should receive medical treatment for their injury whether or not their workers compensation claim is accepted. If someone becomes injured or ill at the workplace, they are entitled to receive benefits under workers compensation. The employer or the insurance company will pay for the medical expenses arising out of the work-related injury. Depending on the … Read more
In Missouri, every employer who employs more than five employees is required to have workers compensation insurance, or they can choose to be self- insured. In the construction sector, workers compensation insurance is required even if only one person is employed. Whenever an employee becomes injured or ill at the workplace, they may be entitled to benefits under workers … Read more
Workers compensation law safeguards the interests of employees who become injured or ill at the workplace. Depending on the extent of an injury, the employee may be entitled to benefits under workers compensation. Missouri workers compensation attorneys believe that there is a lot of confusion among workers as to how much they will receive for workers … Read more
Workers’ compensation benefits Missouri workers who have become injured or ill as a result of their job. The law has mandated every employer who employs more than five workers to have workers’ compensation insurance. Employers in the construction sector are required to have workers’ compensation insurance even if they employ just one employee. Understanding Eligibility … Read more
Generally, workers’ compensation covers all injuries sustained during the course and scope of employment. However, some situations such as those mentioned below can be quite tricky. St. Louis worker comp attorney have offered advice for injured workers. Company Events Quite often, the employer organizes events outside of the workplace such as picnics, parties, and outdoor meetings. … Read more