Are You Entitled to Workers’ Compensation if Injured While on Break?

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What happens when you are hurt while on a break required by your employer? Workers’ compensation is set up to protect you when you are hurt at work, but there are also laws in place to protect Missouri employees in other ways. For example, your employer must allow for you to take a certain number of … Read more

How Safety Rules Affect Workers’ Compensation Claims

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Safety training programs and rules are designed to protect employees from injury while on the job reduce workers’ compensation claims. In an effort to cut costs on workers’ compensation insurance and claims, many businesses adopt rules and policies designed to protect their employee’s from being injured. No plan, no matter how well thought out, is without … Read more

Workers Who Face Extreme Dangers On the Job

Workers in the excavation industry face many dangers, including death. There are numerous hazards and risks associated with the excavation and trenching profession. There have been hundreds of fatalities because of collapsed trenches. According to statistics, the excavation industry has the highest fatal injury rate. Various agencies work to educate and monitor employers to provide the … Read more

Have You Been Exposed to Benzene at Work?

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Studies indicate that benzene exposure increases the risk of cancer and other diseases. Benzene is among the most commonly used chemicals in United States. It is a colorless, flammable liquid with a sweet odor. It is present in its natural state in gasoline and crude oil and is used as a starter material for various … Read more

How Much Is a Lost Limb Really Worth?

An employee who sustains a work-related injury resulting in a lost limb may be facing extreme physical and financial challenges. The workers’ compensation system generally uses a pre-determined method in calculating the compensation to be provided to an injured employee for a specified period of time. These workers’ compensation claims are complex, and they greatly benefit … Read more