Springfield Workers’
Compensation Blog
3 reasons to seek a second doctor’s opinion
Perhaps, like many people, you feel hesitant to go against your doctors. You may feel you do not have the clout to question them, or maybe a care provider has dismissively labeled you as “noncompliant” in your medical chart when you have spoken up in the past. ...
Heuristics in healthcare
Turn to any form of popular media, and it will not be long before you encounter news of some recent medical breakthrough. With all of these advances in medical science, it prompts the question of how is it that diagnostic are still such a huge problem plaguing the...
Does a hands-free device make me safer behind the wheel?
Everyone knows about the dangers of distracted driving, especially the risks of using a cell phone when behind the wheel. You may even take steps to stay safer, such as installing and using a hands-free device for your cell phone so that you can use it when driving....
How can I get a second opinion from a doctor?
Patients who play active roles in their health and wellness often have more favorable outcomes. This is especially true after receiving a life-changing diagnosis, which is the case with chronic or life-threatening illnesses. Even if you have faith in your current...
Coronavirus, Healthcare Workers, and Workers’ Compensation
We at Hall Ansley salute the brave and really heroic efforts of our Missouri healthcare workers helping to care for the sick during this coronavirus outbreak. Our healthcare workers are fighting to protect our lives and health while potentially exposing themselves to...
What if I get hurt while working from home during the shelter in place?
Thousands of Missouri employees are now being required to work from home as a result of the coronavirus outbreak. Being able to work from home not only provides you security in your job, but also plays an integral role in keeping Missouri businesses open. While...
2-vehicle accident in Missouri leaves motorcyclist dead
According to authorities, so far there have been four fatal motor vehicle accidents in the community of Springfield, Missouri. The most recent was a two-vehicle accident that occurred last week between a pickup truck and a motorcycle. The driver of the pickup reported...
4 mistakes that can harm your car accident injury case
If a car accident leaves you injured, you may seek compensation for those injuries. However, there are mistakes you can make both at the scene of the accident and afterward that could damage your case against the negligent party. Of course, you should always get the...
Ignition interlock devices and distracted driving
One of the concerns about drunk drivers that many people, law enforcement agencies and state governments share is the concern that these people do not learn from their prior mistakes and may once again get behind the wheel of a vehicle while impaired. This concern is...
What are the types of distracted driving?
You may think that distracted driving is all the same, but there are actually three distinct ways you can suffer distractions when driving. Each is serious and can lead to accidents. They tie into the skills that you need when driving a motor vehicle. The Centers for...
