If the employee is unable to work at the second job as a result of the injury, the Second Injury Fund will cover the second job wage loss. Roughly 5% of Americans hold more than one job according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics. The actual … [Read more...] about Working Two Jobs, Injured On One: Can I Get Workers Compensation?
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Benefits Available Under the Second Injury Fund – St. Louis Work Comp
The purpose of the SIF is to compensate an injured employee for the additional disability caused by pre-existing medical condition. The laws surrounding Second Injury Fund (SIF) benefits have recently changed nationwide. These benefits are given … [Read more...] about Benefits Available Under the Second Injury Fund – St. Louis Work Comp
Financial Assistance Available for Injured Workers in Missouri
If you are not able to return to work for a period of time, work comp benefits may not be sufficient. Is there other financial assistance available to injured workers? Employers are required to carry workers' compensation insurance to pay medical and … [Read more...] about Financial Assistance Available for Injured Workers in Missouri