If you’ve experienced a work injury and need to take some time off to recover, per worker’s comp laws you not only have your medical cost covered, but you’re also entitled to partial lost wages. These payments will generally be sent on a weekly … [Read more...] about How Worker’s Comp Benefits Are Calculated
Missouri Workers Compensation Permanent Partial and Total Disability
Some injured workers are fortunate enough to fully recover after a workplace injury. Once the injury or accidents received adequate treatment and the worker is healed, they can go back to work and resume activities as if nothing happened. This is … [Read more...] about Missouri Workers Compensation Permanent Partial and Total Disability
What Does the Law Say About Workers Compensation and Medical Marijuana?
Medical marijuana is a rather divisive topic, but studies show that marijuana can be an effective treatment for several conditions, particularly those where people deal with high amounts of pain. However, when it comes to worker’s compensation, … [Read more...] about What Does the Law Say About Workers Compensation and Medical Marijuana?
Missouri Workers Compensation Benefits for Tinnitus
Do you ever hear a strange ringing in your ear? According to the Mayo Clinic, this is a rather common problem that affects 15-20% of people. Now, for most people, tinnitus isn’t always something serious. It’s more annoying than anything else. … [Read more...] about Missouri Workers Compensation Benefits for Tinnitus
Can I Get Workers Compensation for Wear and Tear Injuries?
Worker’s compensation laws can be confusing. Sometimes, it’s not even about what is or what is not mentioned in the text, but how you interpret these laws and put them into practice. This can leave a lot of injured workers confused, as they try to … [Read more...] about Can I Get Workers Compensation for Wear and Tear Injuries?
How To Report a Work Injury Correctly
Though worker’s compensation laws are meant to protect injured workers, they do outline a specific process you have to go through to report your injury and receive compensation. Not reporting your work injury can result in your claim being … [Read more...] about How To Report a Work Injury Correctly
