For many Missouri residents, the thought of being injured while minding their own business seems a bit excessive and unlikely. Most people associate accidents and injuries with actions involving their participation, negligence, distraction or confusion. However, it is...
Month: January 2018
Car accidents and burn injuries
Car accidents in Springfield often have devastating consequences for those involved. There are a variety of factors that determine the type and seriousness of injuries victims sustain. It is not uncommon for some vehicles to catch fire. According to the U.S. Fire...
Gaining the maximum value from a workers’ compensation claim
For many members of the Missouri workforce, staying safe while on the job is a primary priority. However, there are times when unforeseen hazards, carelessness, lapses in judgment and even miscommunication can result in the serious injury or death of a worker....
How can I avoid prescription errors?
When you think of prescription errors, one of the first things that may come to mind is illegible writing. Though hard to decipher handwriting is a common reason many people in the Springfield area end up becoming victims of medical malpractice, it is not the only...
What you should know about appealing a denied claim
If you ever become injured at work or develop a chronic condition because of it in Springfield, you may be eligible to receive workers’ compensation. That is, assuming you are an employee and your employer has workers’ compensation insurance. Being...