Missouri Workers Compensation and Personal Injury Topics are discussed by James M. Hoffmann.
The CDC has recently launched a web resource to help companies keep employees safe while driving for work. Motor vehicle accidents have always been a cause of concern. Both federal and state authorities have made efforts to reduce the rate of accident-related injuries and fatalities. The Centers for Disease Control (CDC) has recently launched a web resource to … Read more
Hearing loss is a common workplace injury in the U.S. Those who work in the construction and manufacturing industries are at the highest risk for work-related hearing loss. The Occupational Safety and Health Administration and U.S. Department of Labor have established initiatives relating to workplace hearing loss. Work-Related Hearing Loss Statistics Many workers, particularly those working … Read more
A delay in filing your work comp claim can jeopardize your legal rights. The Workers’ Compensation Act was put into place to compensate injured workers for medical expenses and a portion of lost wages. According to statistics, about 80% of injured employees whose claims are denied do not file an appeal. There are time limits within which an employee has … Read more
There are various reasons why a workers’ compensation insurance carrier may deny a claim. The insurance company can contest the claim if you fail to file your claim within the stipulated timeframe. There may be issues related to the injury or when and how it occurred, which can result in a dispute. Claims that are contested by workers’ compensation carriers … Read more
What happens when an injured spouse dies while receiving workers’ compensation benefits? Workers’ compensation is designed to provide benefits to employees who suffer a work-related injury. The injured worker is not required to prove fault in order to receive work comp benefits. In the event of the worker’s death, his or her survivors may be entitled … Read more
Should you settle a workers’ compensation claim to receive a lump sum payment? If you have been injured at the workplace, you may be entitled to workers’ compensation benefits that include medical benefits and temporary or permanent disability benefits. You may wonder if you should settle your workers’ compensation claim and receive a lump sum of money upfront. … Read more