Contrary to a common misconception, workers’ compensation not only pays for injuries that occur at your place of employment, but it may also pay for injuries resulting from a work-related car accident. In fact, injuries from car accidents account for a large percentage of workers’ compensation claims. In some cases, these injuries may lead to … Read more
Injuries from falling debris are more common in some areas of a construction site. Construction is booming the state of Missouri – new buildings and commercial building are being constructed all over the state. You may be so accustomed to the sight and sound of new constructions that you may not even bother thinking about your own safety … Read more
Serious knee injuries are among the most common injuries reported in Kansas City workplaces and around the state of Missouri. The knee is undoubtedly among the most hardworking joints in the body. It helps in mobility and bears the body’s weight. Some workers have to spend hours on their knees and due to this, the … Read more
When you file a work comp claim for an open wound injury, you need to prove that your injury was related to your employment. An open wound is a type of injury usually to the skin or affecting internal or external body tissue. The Occupational Injury and Illness Classification System (OIICS) of the Bureau of Labor Statistics include … Read more
COPD can develop from exposure to harmful substances at the workplace, resulting in long-term disability. Chronic pulmonary disease (COPD) is also known as chronic obstructive airway disease. It is not a disease in itself, but a group of diseases that are caused by the limitation of airflow in the airways. COPD is a collective term used for a … Read more
Construction sites are breeding grounds for accidents due to the presence of a variety of hazards. Every year, thousands of construction site accidents are reported, and while some of them are unavoidable accidents, others are preventable and occur because of a lack of safety precautions. Slip and Fall Accidents These are probably the most common of … Read more