Recent information and news regarding workers’ compensation.
A temporary hearing is requested by an employee whenย there is a dispute about medical treatment or the payment of temporary disability benefits. A temporary hearing is also known as a hardship hearing.ย Employees undergoing treatment for work-related injuries are entitled to compensation for all medical expenses. The compensation covers prescription medication, medical equipment, and physical rehabilitation. … Read more
A worker may assume that a cartilage injury is just part of the job; however, these types of injuries may qualify an injured worker for workers’ compensation benefits. Missouri workers are prone to a wide variety of work-related injuries. While some injuries are a result of a sudden accident such as a machinery accident or a fall accident, there … Read more
A work-related injury can change your life and during this difficult time, your employer may deny your workers’ compensation claim. Workplace injuries are far too common than many people think. Work-related injuries do not just occur at high-risk workplaces such as mines or construction sites, they also occur in office settings. An injury can change the … Read more
If you are injured at work, paying your medical expenses is only one portion covered by workers’ย compensation insurance. Workers’ compensation is also expected to pay for any loss of wages due to the injury and the follow-up care that may be required. Long-term aftercare should also be included as part of your claim. If your … Read more
Has your workers’ compensation claim been denied? The workers’ compensation system is designed to provide benefits to employeesย who get injured in the course and scope of their employment. However, there have been cases when the employer hasย denied a claim and the injured worker hasย to hire a Missouri workers’ compensation attorney to receive the benefits. The … Read more
It may be difficult to prove a work-related emotional or mental stress injury. Workplace stress injuries are usually physical in nature, arising out of repetitive motions that lead to muscle strain and conditions such as carpal tunnel syndrome. However, in some rare cases, work-related stress can lead to compensable emotional or mental injury. Physical Stress … Read more