What You Should Know About Workplace Annular Disc Tears

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A back injury can render you immobile, unable to work or perform your daily activities. The cost of recovery can also take a toll on your finances.  Back injuries are some of the most common musculoskeletal injuries that occur on the job. And are often caused by heavy lifting, repetitive tasks, or sitting at a … Read more

Updated: November 10, 2021

Herniated Cervical Discs – Workers Comp Hardship Awarded for Client

Work Claim Denied St. Louis

Your employer, along with the insurance carrier, will look for any reason to deny a costly workers’ compensation claim. Do not be bullied into paying out-of-pocket medical expenses for a work injury. In a recent case, an employee was hired by a company to be an over-the-road truck driver. During the course of his employment, … Read more

Updated: May 18, 2021

Worker Compensation Attorneys: St. Louis Back Injury At Work & Spinal Fusion Surgery

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Severe St. Louis workplace injuries may leave a worker incapable of performing job duties or even daily activities. Some of the most severe and difficult work-related injuries involve trauma to the back and neck. Back and neck injuries can be devastating and even after completing treatment, an injured worker may suffer from permanent restrictions and chronic pain. Work-Related Herniated Disc … Read more

Updated: January 17, 2016

Workers’ Compensation and Herniated Discs

Herniated discs are a common source of back pain in workers. Those afflicted may suffer pain for the rest of their lives. A herniated disc is basically a disc that has slipped out of place and in the process has become ruptured. The cushion in between the vertebrae of the spine is what is referred to as … Read more

Updated: November 6, 2019