Legal Articles, Workers' Compensation
Is Work-Related PTSD Covered by Missouri Workers’ Compensation?
According to the National Mental Health Centre, one out of ten Americans suffers trauma during their lifetime. A significant percentage of this group goes on to develop PTSD symptoms immediately or months after a traumatic event.
Missouri Workers Compensation for Occupational Asthma
While occupational asthma is recognized as an occupational disease, you must prove that your condition is not an ordinary disease of life before you can qualify for financial 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.