Many types of manual labor require you to perform repetitive motions of your arms. This can put you at risk of developing repetitive stress injuries of the upper extremities. Although RSIs qualify for workers' compensation, it can be difficult to prove that they...
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When a bitter co-worker causes an accident
Accidents that happen in the workplace take countless forms, whether they involve poor weather conditions, exposure to toxic chemicals, dangerous equipment or slip-and-fall incidents that occur indoors. Sometimes, other workers are responsible for these accidents,...
How to spot the signs of an aggressive driver
When navigating the streets of Missouri, you may feel frustrated when stuck in traffic, especially if you are running late to work, an appointment or an important meeting. If you have experienced anger, aggression or road rage, you are not alone. According to AAA, at...
Simple tips for safety when operating a forklift
Workers who operate forklifts in Missouri have certain safety standards they must follow, but employers must also meet basic requirements to protect workers. According to the Atlantic, a forklift can go as fast as 10 miles per hour and most weight more than three...
How do the courts judge negligence?
In Missouri, negligence is determined through comparative negligence. In comparative negligence states, if you are partially at fault for your injury, you must subtract your percentage of fault from your compensation demand. To be negligent is to perform an action or...
2 Men killed in scaffolding fall at construction site
Construction work is a rewarding, albeit, dangerous occupation. When the project involves considerable height, the use of support structures can lead to the risk of a scaffolding fall. Even though Missouri workers employed in this field take all safety precautions,...
Fatal workplace injuries cause death of construction worker
Construction workers in Missouri are exposed to countless life-threatening hazards whenever they are on construction sites. According to the strict safety regulations that are prescribed by the Department of Labor's Occupational Safety and Health Administration,...