Telemedicine is meant as a way to remove some of the difficulties injured workers may face when trying to access medical care for a workplace injury. Since 2014, Missouri requires all health plans to cover telemedicine services and says these cannot be charged more than onsite service. However, when it comes to worker’s comp specifically, … Read more
Going through a divorce while receiving workers compensation benefits after a work injury can be very stressful. A workplace injury can have serious consequences on someone’s life. Sometimes, the repercussions can be so severe that the victim has to also deal with relationships damaged beyond repair. Many cases of victims who file for workers’ compensation … Read more
Watch out for these 5 signs that suggest you may be getting less than what you are entitled to. Do you have an open worker’s compensation case because of a workplace injury? Watch out for these 5 signs that suggest you may be getting less than what you are entitled to. 1. Saying You Can’t … Read more
Some jobs may put you at more unconventional risks than others, such as the risk of getting bitten by a client’s dog. No, it’s not just delivery people – it’s anyone who works with animals, or is required to make house calls for clients. If your line of work requires you to visit a lot … Read more
Even if your work does provide precautions, wet work puts you at risk of developing contact dermatitis. “Wet-work” refers to any occupation that requires workers to be exposed to liquids, such as having to submerge your hands in liquids (even if wearing gloves), or needing to wash your hands often, like in the case of … Read more
When it comes to your workers’ compensation benefits, it’s important to understand the facts accurately. Workers’ compensation is something that most people don’t think about until they need it. This means that there is often a lot of confusion around your rights and what compensation you can get if you’re injured on the job. Myth: … Read more