Workers’ compensation claims do not require Missouri employees to prove the cause of an accident. If a distraction results in an injury, an employee may file for workers’ comp benefits if it occurred while on-the-job. As reported by EHS Today, a study conducted by...
Part of your personal injury attorney's job would probably be getting you the type of payment you need. This would be in addition to securing the compensation total that you need. This is an important distinction. Part of making you whole again after a car accident...
When the weather is warm and daylight lasts well into the evening, some St. Louis residents may choose to use their bicycles for their daily commutes. Instead of getting caught in busy highway traffic, bike riders can maneuver through city streets and avoid the...
There are many reasons that people have and use ATVs in Missouri. Many people use them for work on farms and in other types of industries. Many also use them for play and use them for recreational purposes. They can be a very effective way to do various tasks and a...
Construction workers who live and work in the greater Saint Louis area know that they are risking their lives and health each day they go on the job. Work sites of any sort are dangerous, and construction workers are prone to injuries from falls, heavy equipment,...
Unfortunately, the construction industry can be a dangerous industry for its workers. There are a variety of ways construction workers may be injured on job sites which is why it is essential for them to be familiar with the legal help and resources that may be...
An accident at a military installation in Missouri left one person dead and another person with injuries that authorities described as minor. Officials said that both of the victims worked for the Department of Army in a civilian capacity. The accident happened in the...
A car accident can drastically change the course of a Missouri resident’s life. A victim of a collision may be unable to work due to their injuries and may also be in significant pain from the harm they endured. They may be tempted to do whatever they can to speed the...
Injured workers in Missouri may be compensated for their injuries in most cases. The state’s workers’ compensation law sets forth rights for injured workers. An employer with at least five employees and all construction businesses must have workers’ compensation...
Workers are often injured on construction sites or are diagnosed with a disease related to their work. To address the financial needs that arise due to such incidents, the Missouri Department of Labor and Industrial Relations offers certain monetary benefits under its...
