The Missouri Supreme Court heard a recent case, U.S. Dept. of Veterans Affairs v Boresi, No. SC 92541 (Mo. 2013); 2013 MO Lexis 25 (April 30, 2013). This case dealt with the Veterans Administration’s ability to intervene in order to collect payment … [Read more...] about Missouri Supreme Court Allows V.A. To Intervene In Workers’ Comp Cases
Work Related Injuries
Farm Accidents And Missouri Workers’ Compensation
Farming is one of the most hazardous industries to work in. Farms can range from small, family farms, to huge million dollar farms focused on mass production. When you work on a farm you are constantly surrounded by heavy machinery, toxic … [Read more...] about Farm Accidents And Missouri Workers’ Compensation
Workers’ Compensation Injuries – Tendonitis
Tendonitis is an inflammation of a tendon. It may be covered under Workers' Compensation. Tendons connect muscle and bone together. They are thick pieces of tissue and can usually withstand a significant amount of tension and pressure. But when … [Read more...] about Workers’ Compensation Injuries – Tendonitis
Pre-Existing Conditions and Workers Compensation
Workers compensation is in place to provide for workers who can no longer perform work related tasks due to a work related injury or illness. Missouri businesses pay a 3% surcharge to the workers compensation insurance fund run by the Division of … [Read more...] about Pre-Existing Conditions and Workers Compensation
Bursitis and Workers’ Compensation
Bursitis may be covered under Workers' Compensation. Bursitis is a painful condition that develops when the bursa, a lubricating sac located between joints, tendons, muscles, and even skin, becomes inflamed. When the bursa becomes inflamed or … [Read more...] about Bursitis and Workers’ Compensation
Results of Failing To Maintain Workers’ Comp Insurance
Nearly every employer is required to have workers’ compensation insurance. In the event of a workplace injury, employees are entitled to medical treatment and wage loss benefits regardless of whose fault the injury is. Obviously this benefits … [Read more...] about Results of Failing To Maintain Workers’ Comp Insurance