If you’ve sustained an accident at work and are dealing with a rib fracture, you need medical attention at once. Your rib cage is made up of 12 pairs of ribs, and though these bones are extremely strong to protect all the vital organs that lie behind them, it doesn’t mean it’s impossible to damage … Read more
Moving to a different state is a personal decision for your wellbeing, and the insurance company shouldn’t stop paying the benefits because of it. Workers’ compensation laws in Missouri are meant to help injured workers get better, and allow them to go back to work. However, for a lot of these people, that’s not an … Read more
These myths ultimately work against you, either by preventing you from filing a claim, to begin with, or giving a wrong idea of how the entire process works. Like any set of laws, workers’ compensation laws aren’t exactly easy reading. What’s more, even if you have a good understanding of the law on paper when … Read more
Scarring and disfigurement injuries can be painful both physically and emotionally. Scarring or disfigurement can be extremely painful injuries, not just from a physical standpoint. A lot of these injuries can leave workers with permanent emotional or mental issues as they try to cope with them. But, the question begs, are these types of injuries … Read more
Cashier injuries are among the top injuries in the entire retail trade, which may come as a surprise to a lot of people. Grocery stores and other such places are a major source of employment in the United States, with roughly 2.6 million citizens working for them at any given time. Some reports estimate that … Read more
Nannies are an integral part of a lot of American households. They are classified as household workers and are considered employees, not independent contractors. However, nannies can also work in a risky environment, and when they get hurt or sick, do they qualify for workers comp? What Does the Law Say? Missouri workers comp laws … Read more