For injured workers with disabilities, worker’s comp may offer lifetime coverage. However, it’s important to figure out first if this is truly the best option for you. Missouri workers can rest assured that if they get injured at work, they are generally entitled to worker’s compensation benefits that will help them financially through their recovery. … Read more
Some workers are unable to go back to work after they’ve sustained a workplace injury. Though they receive adequate medical treatment, covered by their worker’s comp benefits, the harsh truth is that some injuries can leave lasting effects on the body. So whether your condition prevents you from going back to your old job, or … Read more
In the best cases, your workplace injury will only take you out of commission for a few days or even less than that. However, many injured workers can face the unfortunate reality when the workplace injury leaves permanent effects on their body and life. This may be because of permanent disabilities that force you to … Read more
Sometimes, companies go under. It can happen to small mom-and-pop shops and even multinational giant businesses. But if your company is going under and you have an open worker’s comp insurance claim, you’re likely not just worried about finding new employment. So what happens to your benefits if the business you work for is closing … Read more
A lot of people think a work injury can end one of two ways: either the worker fully recovers after getting adequate treatment, in which case they return to work as if nothing ever happened, or they are left disabled and cannot work again. However, there is also a grey area where you may still … Read more
According to the US Bureau of Labor Statistics, there are roughly 2.8 million temporary employees in the US workforce. Temps provide a much-needed solution to many issues with employment, from seasonal demands that require additional workers to help companies meet demands (like during the holidays) to filling in the spot of a worker that needs … Read more