Work-Related Amputations and Missouri Workers’ Compensation

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Amputations have a tremendous impact on the life of the accident victim – physically, emotionally, and financially. It is an employer’s responsibility to ensure the safety of all his or her workers. Depending on the nature of the work, an employer may need to provide safety equipment or training to the employees in order to help them … Read more

Updated: March 11, 2022

How is Carpal Tunnel Syndrome Treated?

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Repetitive stress on a particular set of muscles at the workplace can cause musculoskeletal disorders including carpal tunnel syndrome. Although we may not view carpal tunnel syndrome as a serious illness, it can severely affect a person’s ability to perform his or her job or even daily activities. Workers at Risk There are certain classes of workers who … Read more

Updated: May 26, 2017

6 Mistakes That Could Jeopardize Your Workers’ Compensation Claim

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Avoid these common mistakes that could cause your workers’ compensation claim to be denied. Workers’ compensation is supposed to be a simple and straightforward system that protects the rights of those who get injured or become ill in the course of their work. However, in many cases filing a workers’ compensation claim is a confusing process … Read more

Updated: October 28, 2016

Disability Benefits Under the Missouri Workers Compensation System

Workers injured at their workplace are entitled to disability benefits under the Missouri workers compensation system. Permanent partial disability means that the worker’s injury affects his ability to do certain work or jobs but he/she is still able to work in some capacity. On the other hand, permanent total disability means that the worker is … Read more

Updated: September 15, 2016

Missouri Workers’ Compensation for Mesothelioma

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Asbestos is a group of minerals widely used in the manufacturing of automotive, shipbuilding, and building products. Asbestos is popular because of its heat and corrosion resistance properties. However, over the years, constant and prolonged exposure to asbestos-related products in the construction and manufacturing industry has caused immense hardship to workers. People who have been exposed … Read more

Updated: May 27, 2016

New Report Reveals Those Most Vulnerable to Work-Related Injuries

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Workers who are most vulnerable for a work-related injury may also have a difficult time receiving workers’ compensation benefits. A new study conducted by NIOSH and the American Society of Safety Engineers shows that young, Hispanic immigrants are at the highest risk for suffering a work-related injury. Especially when they are employed by small companies. … Read more

Updated: June 30, 2015