Workers' Compensation
Why You Can’t Choose Your Own Doctor in Missouri (and What To Do About It)
Missouri law usually lets the employer choose the doctor in a workers’ compensation claim, which means you generally cannot use your own physician and still...
Navigating the Springfield Division of Workers’ Comp Office on Sunshine Street
Facing a formal workers’ comp hearing in Springfield often feels like a turning point in your recovery. You may already be dealing with adjusters, delayed...
The Exclusive Remedy Rule: Can You Sue Outside of Workers’ Comp?
Missouri’s workers’ compensation system usually prevents you from suing your employer after a work injury, even when your benefits don’t come close to covering the...
What is the Second Injury Fund?
If you have filed a workers’ compensation claim in Missouri, you may have heard of the Second Injury Fund. According to the Department of Labor,...
Your workers’ comp claim was denied, now what?
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....
What is the independent medical examination?
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...
What Workers’ Compensation hearings do I have to attend?
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...
When was workers’ compensation established?
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...
Why should I report minor injuries to my employer?
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...
Can I get a second opinion for my workers’ comp?
Completing your Missouri workers’ compensation process can be delicate. You do not want to prematurely close off your options for receiving compensation before you understand...