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...
Safest compact cars of 2019
Owning a small car comes with many benefits, including better gas mileage and easier parking. However, some smaller vehicles can make you more susceptible to injuries in an accident. But that is not the case for every small car. If you want to drive a small car...
Creating a safety plan for the teen driver in your family
Few milestones in adolescence are more thrilling than becoming a licensed driver. If you are a parent, though, you may worry about the safety of the young drivers in your family. That makes sense, as automobile crashes are the leading cause of death for teenagers in...
Are truck drivers eligible for workers’ compensation?
One reason truck drivers pursue their particular career path is its independence. Out on the open road, you can enjoy the solitude the journey provides. If you have an accident while behind the wheel, this self-reliance may lead you to believe you are on your own...
Most workers are eligible for workers’ comp
Federal law defines workers' compensation, but some of the rules are also on the state level. Some of the most important lower-level regulations are exempt from eligibility. Any claim that a worker is not eligible for the program should be viewed with skepticism and...
5 tips for documenting your workplace injury
When you experience a workplace accident, you may have a desire to move on as quickly as possible so you can put it behind you. However, rushing through the process can hurt your chances of getting monetary compensation for your injuries. The documentation of the...
Is your injury found among top workers’ compensation claims?
The largest workers’ compensation carrier in the U.S. conducted a survey of 1.5 million claims to identify the most common injuries reported. Researchers for the Travelers Companies listed the top five injuries and their causes and grouped results by industry...
Missouri ranks poorly in terms of traffic safety laws
If someone asks you what helps to keep drivers safe on the road, one thing that may come to your mind is the law. Traffic laws are vital to keeping drivers, motorcyclists and pedestrians safe. Therefore, it is important to take a look at the traffic safety...
Where does St. Louis rank when it comes to traffic accidents?
With the start of a new year, traffic on highways and thoroughfares may still be bad long after people have returned home from holiday celebrations. You might think a return to normal routine would reduce the number of cars on the roads, but that is not always the...
Cumulative trauma: Some workplace injuries develop over time
When you think of a workplace injury, you may first imagine an acute condition that results from an accident. For example, slipping and falling causing a wrist fracture, or a falling object giving you a concussion. However, not all work injuries are sudden. Some...
