Workers Compensation for Occupational Dust Exposure

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Each year, thousands of workers are injured or killed by breathing in hazardous dust particles at their job. Occupational dust exposure can cause serious illness. In fact, it’s one of the leading causes of work-related illness and death in the United States. Each year, thousands of workers are injured or killed by breathing in hazardous … Read more

Updated: May 10, 2022

Missouri Workers Compensation: Permanent Disability Benefits

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If you are a Missouri worker, it’s important to be aware of the risks of permanent disability and understand your rights if an injury does occur. This article will discuss four situations when workers might need permanent disability benefits. We’ll also provide some tips on how to get the most out of your workers’ comp … Read more

Updated: April 25, 2022

The Basics of Missouri Workers’ Compensation

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Every employer and employee should know these eight basic facts about Missouri workers’ compensation. Workers’ compensation is a vital part of any business. As an employer, it is important to be aware of the basics facts about workers’ compensation so that you can ensure your business is in compliance. In this article, we’ll discuss eight … Read more

Updated: April 19, 2022

What to Expect at Your Missouri Workers’ Compensation Hearing

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This article will consider the different types of workers’ comp hearings, who will generally be present, and what you can expect from the process. If you have been injured at work, one of the next steps may be to attend a workers’ compensation hearing. This can be a confusing and daunting process, especially if you … Read more

Updated: March 21, 2022

10 Common Landscaping Injuries and What You Can Do to Prevent Them

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There are many dangers associated with landscaping. Understandably, you may be worried about medical bills, lost wages, and other expenses when injuries occur. According to the Centre for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), landscaping accounts for more than 400,000 injuries each year. This article will discuss ten of the most common landscaping injuries and how … Read more

Updated: March 21, 2022

4 Jobs With the Highest Risk of Occupational Mental Illnesses

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Occupational mental illness can take a heavy toll on you, such that you no longer enjoy the activities you once did. Studies show that 1 in every 5 US adults live with a mental health condition. What’s even more startling is that many mental illnesses stem from the workplace environment. That’s right; working in a … Read more

Updated: February 25, 2022