Worried about being fired while on workers’ comp in Missouri? Know your rights and how to protect yourself from employer retaliation. Suffering a workplace injury is stressful enough, but many injured workers in Missouri face an added fear: “Can my employer fire me while I’m on workers’ compensation?” Unfortunately, the answer isn’t always straightforward. Here’s … Read more
Job security during workers’ compensation is a nuanced issue in Missouri, with several factors influencing an employer’s obligation to hold a job for an injured worker. In Missouri, understanding how workers’ compensation works can be particularly daunting, especially when it comes to understanding your job security after a workplace injury. The question “How long does … Read more
In Missouri, it’s illegal to fire someone solely for filing a workers’ compensation claim. If you suspect wrongful termination, consult a Missouri work injury attorney. If you’ve been injured on the job in Missouri, you’re likely filled with concerns about your health, finances, and job security. A common and pressing question among Missouri workers is: … Read more
Under the Missouri work comp statute 287.780, employees may have the right to file a civil case against their employer for retaliation under certain circumstances. What Is Meant By “Retaliation” Retaliation refers to adverse actions taken by an employer against an employee in response to the employee engaging in protected activities, such as reporting workplace … Read more
Our attorneys know all the dirty tricks that employers and their insurers try to use and how to beat them. Contact us today and let us help you get the compensation you deserve. If you’ve suffered a work-related injury or illness, you expect your employer to comply with workers’ comp laws and help you get … Read more
Here’s why workplace retaliation may not always be obvious and what you can do if you face it after filing a workers’ compensation claim. Missouri workers’ compensation protects injured workers and stipulates that if workers get injured or sick on the job, they are generally entitled to certain benefits designed to help them get through … Read more