According to a survey published by the American Psychological Association, 80% of teachers have been victimized at least once in the current or previous school year. School violence against teachers has been declared a national crisis by … [Read more...] about Workers Compensation for Teachers Who Face Violence at Work
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6 Grocery Store Hazards That Often Lead to Workers Compensation Claims
Working in a grocery store might seem like a nice, safe job. The truth is that it is actually very demanding and it includes many types of activities that have the potential of putting you at risk of injury. The number of tasks a grocery store … [Read more...] about 6 Grocery Store Hazards That Often Lead to Workers Compensation Claims
Injured by a Coworker – What are My Legal Options for Workers Comp?
If you are injured by a co-worker, that can create a more complicated workers compensation claim. Business owners in the state of Missouri are legally obligated to workers’ compensation insurance if they have employees. Workmens compensation is … [Read more...] about Injured by a Coworker – What are My Legal Options for Workers Comp?
Am I Eligible for Work Comp Benefits if I was Assaulted at Work?
To prove your eligibility, you will have to show that you didn’t provoke the attack. Workers’ compensation is a mandatory type of insurance that employers in Missouri must carry to ensure that if an employee is injured while working, the company … [Read more...] about Am I Eligible for Work Comp Benefits if I was Assaulted at Work?
Workers Are Still At High Risk of Accidents in the Workplace
Even with organizations like OSHA, many workers are still at high risk of injury or fatality. The American Federation of Labor and Congress of Industrial Organizations (AFL-CIO) issues a report each year regarding the number of deaths that occur … [Read more...] about Workers Are Still At High Risk of Accidents in the Workplace
Attacked on the Job, Will Work Comp Cover My Injuries? – St. Louis Work Comp Lawyer
As many as 2 million American workers are victims of workplace violence each year. According to the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), homicide is the fourth leading cause of work related fatalities in the United States. Each … [Read more...] about Attacked on the Job, Will Work Comp Cover My Injuries? – St. Louis Work Comp Lawyer