Missouri work comp claims

The answer often depends on the type of light-duty work offered and whether or not your doctor thinks you can handle it. While you are healing from work-related injuries, you may not be able to get back to your old job. However, employers are encouraged to offer light-duty tasks to injured employees while they are … Read more

In Missouri, being a member of a workers’ union generally does not affect an employee’s ability to receive and negotiate for workers’ comp benefits. Being a unionized employee in Missouri comes with many benefits, including better pay, job security, and more control of your shifts and working hours. However, are union employees covered by workers’ … Read more

If you have been injured on the job, it’s important to avoid common mistakes that may jeopardize your workers’ compensation claim. The following are 4 mistakes that are common among injured workers. Some of these mistakes may seem small, but they can have dire consequences.  Not Notifying Your Employer in Writing When you get injured … Read more

If you’re injured while performing job duties but you’re not at work, filing workers’ compensation can be more complex. Workers’ compensation in Missouri is relatively straightforward if you’re injured at your place of work. If you suffer an injury at work, you can generally file a workers’ compensation claim. However, things can get a little … Read more

Witnesses can support your claim by backing your statements and providing extra information, which will be accounted for when your claim is being processed. If you were injured while performing work-related duties, you are likely eligible to receive workers’ compensation benefits. This system is designed to protect employees who are hurt on the job, covering … Read more