Workers’ Compensation

Workers in a variety of different situations may develop health issues caused by their employment. Some workers develop illnesses due to chemical exposure at work. Employees may develop repetitive strain injuries from doing the same job tasks for years or could get...

Construction sites are inherently hazardous. From heavy machinery to electrical dangers, workers constantly face potential threats. One of the most significant risks is falls from height. While broken bones and scrapes may come to mind first, the potential for...

Working in a factory setting can expose employees to various hazards. Despite advances in workplace safety and regulations, factory workers are still at risk for numerous injuries, some of which can have long-term effects on their health and well-being. With its...

Working in a manufacturing facility is a dangerous profession. Despite the potential for injury, many people seek out factory jobs specifically because they receive a premium wage partially due to the possible risk involved in their profession. Ideally, manufacturing...

Some elements you work with can injure you. If you suffer injuries while in the line of duty, you can file a workers' compensation claim. However, to increase your claim's approval chances, you should make calculated moves from the beginning, including reporting the...

Manual laborers sometimes have job duties that put stress on the knees. For example, carpet layers and landscapers usually have to kneel to complete their jobs. This puts a lot of pressure on the knees. It’s up to employers to ensure that all workers have the tools...

If you are injured on the job, it can impact your life and financial situation. While you may be able to recover workers’ compensation benefits from your employer, you need to ensure you take the right steps after an accident to avoid issues. Keep the following in...

What would you do without your back to support you through life? Depending on the severity of a back injury, it could take weeks or months to return to your former activity level and independence. Many Missouri industries come with a risk of suffering workplace back...

Do you know if your job poses a risk of eye injuries? According to data analyzed in 2019, more than 18,000 occupational eye injuries occur annually in the U.S. You probably do not worry much about on-the-job eye injuries unless you weld for a living. However, welding...

Health care work is a thankless job. When someone’s injured, often, it’s a nurse or emergency medical team who gets to a patient in need first. People come in day and night with injuries of their own – many of whom are injured from workplace accidents, but when health...