Some employers have more integrity than others, and pressure from employers is one of the leading reasons why some employees fail to file workers’ comp claims. Unfortunately, not all employers view workers’ compensation claims in the same light. Some employers have more integrity than others, and pressure from employers is one of the leading reasons … Read more
If you are injured on the job or have a chronic health condition due to your work, you are protected from retaliation. If you’ve recently been injured on the job and filed a workers’ compensation claim in St. Louis, you may be wondering if you can get in trouble with your employer for filing your … Read more
In some cases, workers are discouraged from filing a work injury report. Here are a few signs you may be facing workplace retaliation. If you are a Missouri worker, it is your right to file for worker’s compensation for a workplace injury or illness. Technically, this should not affect your job in any way, as … Read more
Because your job may be less demanding now and your workload lighter than what it used to be, your employer may also try to reduce your wage. Can they do that? The primary role of workers’ compensation is to help employees stay afloat while recovering from a work injury. In some cases, the doctor may … Read more
For many injured workers, their problems get worse when they return to work. An employer or insurance company representative should never tell you not to file a claim for worker’s compensation. Legally, they should not sway a worker against claiming something that’s well within their rights. If this has happened to you, speak with an … Read more
“Can my employer fire me for being injured on the job?” Picture this: you got injured while doing your job. You file for worker compensation benefits to cover the costs of medical treatment and lost wages. Soon after you’re back to work, the employer terminates your contract. Can they do that? The answer isn’t so … Read more