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When is amputation necessary?
If you have a severe injury to an extremity, the doctor may suggest amputation. Unless it is an emergency situation, the doctor will generally consult...
Can my employer fire me for being on workers’ comp?
There are many things that could be valid grounds for termination, but your workers’ compensation status would not be one of them. If your employer...
How myths affect safety in machining
Common sense reveals that those who work with dangerous equipment are likelier to sustain injuries on the job. Statistics confirm that assumption, as areas such...
What are the best shoes to wear on a construction site?
Personal protective gear is essential on a construction site in Missouri. Often, your gear is the only thing standing between you and a serious injury....
Understanding carpal tunnel syndrome
If your Missouri job requires you to perform repetitive motions with your hands, fingers and/or wrists, you face a high risk of developing carpal tunnel...
Is distracted driving as dangerous as drunk driving?
Drunk drivers are a serious danger to everyone else on the road. But another threat is emerging: distracted driving. Texting and making a phone call...
Why is distracted driving so dangerous?
While getting on the road on any normal day can be dangerous, the danger is exacerbated by the presence of distracted drivers. According to the...
The important distinction between missed diagnosis and misdiagnosis
Most Missouri residents have probably heard about medical malpractice lawsuits filed against hospitals and doctors. In medical malpractice, misdiagnosis and missed diagnosis are often confused...
What constitutes distracted driving?
Distracted driving is a huge issue on Missouri roads. Many people associate it with cell phone use, but it can occur in a variety of...
The dangers of distracted driving
With the rise in cell phone technology and similar devices incorporating distractions, there is little surprise among researchers regarding the subsequent development of distracted driving...