If you are injured on the job in Missouri, you probably will file a workers' compensation claim. You will receive benefits as set out under the law. Throughout the process, you may have to attend hearings or other meetings about your benefits to ensure you receive...
If you were to be injured while on the job and subsequently denied workers' compensation coverage, this denial might constitute a breach of Missouri employment law. Most employers and insurance companies know this, and, being respectful of the law, they tend to...
Ideally, a workplace facility where heavy objects must be transported should have preventive measures in place to keep workers from being injured. However, should these measures fail, any Missouri worker that suffers a lifting injury on the job should take...
After submitting your workers' compensation claim, you may receive a request for an Independent Medical Examination. Understanding how this works and the purpose behind it can help you prepare yourself. The IME consists of an examination by a doctor selected by...
Work on a construction site in Missouri can be dangerous. You probably have had plenty of safety training if you work in this field. You understand the risks and know what you should do. However, accidents happen on construction sites daily. The best way to prevent...
Workers' compensation is required in Missouri for most employers. You have probably heard of it before. It offers coverage for you if you are injured at work. It may pay medical bills and provide you with replacement income if you cannot return to work. One thing you...
School buses are one of the safest modes of transportation for children in Springfield and across the nation. However, they are not accident-free. School bus accidents do not happen as frequently as car and truck accidents. When they do occur, the children are the...
If you have an accident at work in Springfield, you might not realize when you should file an incident report for your injuries. Not all injuries are severe when they first occur. It is important for you to report all injuries, even those you feel are minor and...
