Each year, thousands of workplace accidents occur as a result of sleep deprivation among workers. Here is how sleep deprivation can affect your safety at work. According to the CDC, a third of American adults are considered to have sleep deprivation. Even more shocking, nearly 275,000 workplace accidents that occur each year are usually related … Read more
Here’s what you need to know about returning to work while on workers’ compensation benefits in Missouri. Suffering a work-related injury can be stressful and devastating. Fortunately, workers’ compensation benefits can help make ends meet and alleviate some of your worries. However, it’s not uncommon to be concerned about returning to work. For example, you … Read more
You generally do not get to choose your doctor after a work injury. However, there may be valid reasons to request a different doctor. It’s essential to see a doctor after a workplace injury. A doctor should provide the necessary medical treatment, refer you to specialists, evaluate whether you have a permanent disability, and set … Read more
While work-related injuries are commonplace in most professions, some professions are more prone to injuries than others. Firefighting is one such example. In 2019 alone, there were an estimated 60,000 firefighting-related injuries — a 4% increase from the previous year. Here are the most common injuries and illnesses among active-duty firefighters. Fire Burns As … Read more
Here are the worker’s classification tests that Missouri uses and how to determine if your status is correct. Have you been classified as an independent contractor by your employer? How can you be certain that this classification is correct? One report found that between 10-15% of employers misclassify at least one worker as an independent contractor. … Read more
Although each workers’ compensation claim in Missouri is unique, you can generally expect a few things if you qualify. If you have been injured at work or suffered from an illness caused by your job, you might be entitled to file workers’ compensation. Once you start the process, it may be weeks or months before … Read more