Legal Articles, Workers' Compensation
Fault and pre-existing conditions in workers’ compensation claims
Fault and pre-existing conditions in workers’ compensation claims
Are Settlements From a Workers’ Comp Taxable in Missouri?
Settlements from your workers’ compensation are exempt from taxation under the Workers’ Compensation Act.
Missouri Workers’ Compensation Death Benefits
Most people know that workers' compensation is the settlement you get for work-related injuries or illnesses. However, did you know that Missouri workers' comp also awards death benefits for your dependents if you lose your life on the job? That's right; immediate family members and dependents can file a worker's comp claim if their breadwinner dies while on the line of duty.
9 Technical Workers Comp Terms You Should Understand
There are many technical terms that may be used during the workers compensation claims process. They can be confusing. Here are nine technical terms that are often used in workers' comp and what they mean.
5 Things Missouri Workers Compensation Generally Doesn't Cover
even if your employer offers worker’s comp insurance, it doesn’t mean you are always covered by it. There are many instances where an injury or illness can fall outside of this program.
Who Covers Medical After Workers Compensation Settlement?
If you’re hurt on the job in St. Louis, do you have to go through workers’ compensation to get medical treatment, or does your private health insurance plan pay for your care?
What if My Employer Doesn’t Have Workers’ Comp Insurance?
If your employer is knowingly breaking the law by avoiding St. Louis’ workers' comp insurance, they are putting themselves at legal risk, not to mention putting you at potential financial risk if you ever need to file a Missouri workers’ comp claim.
Protecting Women on the Frontlines of COVID-19
Ms. Khanuja, Esq. authored "Protecting Women on the Frontlines of COVID-19" published in the March 2021 issue of the Women Lawyers Association of Los Angeles Newsletter.
Navigating Workers' Comp Claims When Employees Work From Home
Ms. Khanuja, Esq. authored "Navigating Workers' Comp Claims When Employees Work From Home" published in the Los Angeles & San Francisco Daily Journal in October 2020 and in the Women Lawyers Association of Los Angeles Newsletter in November 2020.
