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...
Workers’ Compensation
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...
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...
How companies can provide better data to OSHA
Companies in Missouri and throughout the country reported 4,185 workplace fatalities to OSHA between January 2015 and April 2017. Another 23,282 severe injuries were reported to OSHA during this same period of time. However, it is thought that the actual number of...
Summer hazards to watch out for in construction
The summers in Missouri can be brutal for both indoor and outdoor workers with those in the construction industry put at the highest risk. The following are just five safety hazards that construction workers face in the summer and what their employers can do about...
What employers can do to meet OSHA standards
Workers are entitled to a safe workplace that is free from known hazards. To that end, OSHA is making it a point to ensure that those who work on or near electrical components do not get hurt or killed at work. Between October 2012 and September 2018, six electrical...
Summer heat poses a danger to workers
Workers in Missouri may face a particular threat to health and safety in the summer months. The summer of 2018 marked the fourth hottest on record, and many people fear that the increased temperatures are here to stay. Both indoor and outdoor workers can be affected...
Gig economy, other factors lead to rise in construction deaths
According to the investment management firm Conning, nearly half of 2017's workplace fatalities occurred in two industries: construction and transportation. Construction workers in Missouri should note that this trend is being caused by a number of factors, including...
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...