Workers’ Compensation

After a work injury or your diagnosis resulting in a job-acquired medical condition, claiming benefits from Missouri workers' compensation will help you during your recovery. You can count on full coverage for your medical treatment related to the work injury or...

You are halfway through transcribing a medical record when you notice pain in your wrist or forearms. You might take a moment to stretch out your fingers and hands, but you will probably continue to work like normal without letting anybody know about your experience....

If you get injured on the job, you may assume that you’re covered under workers’ compensation laws. After all, American workers have certain rights and most workplace injuries should result in some type of compensation to make up for lost wages, to cover medical bills...

When you work for an employer, you are typically covered by workers’ compensation. While some people may worry that they won’t be covered based on their industry, the truth is that most jobs do have some kind of coverage so long as the individual is an employee and...

No one wants to get hurt at work, but if you have been, then it is time to look at the next steps to take. You may want to seek medical care and file a workers’ compensation claim, so you can start recovering and have the financial support that you need. After you’re...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...