Importance of Obtaining Expert Medical Opinions After a Work Injury

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It’s no secret that getting an expert medical opinion can be the key to winning your workers’ comp case. Many injured workers don’t realize just how important expert medical opinions can be and the benefits they can provide. This article will discuss six important benefits of obtaining high-quality expert medical opinions. Help to Establish the … Read more

Heat Exhaustion at Work – How a Workers’ Compensation Attorney Can Help

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Those who work in construction, landscaping, manufacturing, bakeries, agriculture, and mail delivery are at serious risk of heat exhaustion during the summer months. We don’t have to tell you — Missouri summers are long and hot. While typically the temperature can range between 80 and 90 degrees, we have all experienced those never-ending hot days … Read more

Workplace Fires: 8 Common Causes and How to Prevent Them

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Many things can cause workplace fires, but by following these safety tips, you can do your part to help prevent them. Every year, there are thousands of fires in the workplace that result in injuries and deaths. In this article, we will discuss some of the most common causes of workplace fires and what you … Read more

What You Need to Know About Lifting Injuries in the Workplace

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If you have been injured while lifting something at work, you may be entitled to workers’ compensation benefits to help cover medical expenses and lost wages. When it comes to workplace injuries, lifting injuries are some of the most common. In fact, according to the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), lifting injuries account for … Read more

What You Should Know About Exposure to Radiation in the Workplace

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This article will discuss what radiation is, how it can be harmful to workers, and what you can do to protect yourself from exposure. What comes to mind when you hear “radiation exposure”? Like most people, you may think of radiation exposure as something that only happens in nuclear plants. However, the truth is that … Read more

5 Things Your Employer Should Do After a Workplace Accident

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No matter the severity of the accident, there are things your employer should generally do following a workplace accident. When you’re employed, your workplace can often become your second home. You may spend most of your week there, working hard to complete your assigned tasks and contribute to the company. Because you spend so much … Read more