St. Louis Legal Issues Blog
5 things to know about working a physically demanding job
Many workers like jobs that involve physical labor. They like to get their hands dirty – whether that means working in construction or manufacturing or being a food service employee or cleaning person. Yet physically demanding jobs come with a cost: your body can take...
Immigration status doesn’t impact your right to workers’ comp
Those who live in but were not born in the United States have somewhat different rights than those who were born in the U.S. and reside here. There is a lot of confusion about the differences between the rights of immigrants and natural-born citizens. People often...
What happens to housekeepers who get hurt on the job?
Working as a professional housekeeper or cleaner can be an entry-level job where someone can support themselves and the people they love. Depending on the circumstances, it can be a job with benefits or a company that you own, allowing you to pick your hours and your...
Common types of injuries among construction workers
As a construction worker, you don’t want to think about the fact that you could suffer an injury on the job. However, when you least expect it, something bad could happen. Should you suffer a workplace injury, it’s important to do the following: Stop what you’re doing...
Why you can’t ignore the signs of cumulative trauma on the job
If you work a manually intensive job, such as manufacturing or loading, you likely experience occasional twinges of pain and discomfort as part of your profession. After all, your physical exertion is part of the job, and it's natural to have some negative...
Some assembly required on injury claims in the factory
You could be risking injury every day you set foot in the factory. If you were hurt on the warehouse floor, your mind might have immediately jumped to the bills that’ll be coming your way. But those may have to wait with more pressing things to consider. Working with...
Nursing and residential care staff face high rate of back injuries
When people think about what jobs might lead to the most on-the-job injuries, the first ones to pop in their heads most likely are jobs in the construction industry or mining industry. However, in 2017, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, those who work as...
What to know about the Social Security waiting period
Individuals in Missouri and throughout the country may be subject to a waiting period when applying for Social Security Disability benefits. The waiting period starts the month after the established disability onset date. There are no exceptions to the rule, but it...
Study reveals how worryingly common distracted driving is
Most Missouri drivers know that typing out a text message or checking social media feeds while behind the wheel can be extremely dangerous, but they may not be aware that hands-free devices and sophisticated automobile infotainment systems can be just as distracting....
Workers’ comp for repetitive stress injuries
Injuries on the job are quite common, and the types of injuries vary. While most people think of accident injuries, certain injuries can develop over time. Thankfully, just like other workplace injuries, employees can seek compensation for their repetitive stress...
