If you work in a factory or warehouse, you are probably no stranger to back pain. After all, the lifting, twisting and reaching you do every day may put a strain on the muscles in your upper and lower back. Acute back pain, however, may be a symptom of something more...
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What is the ‘coming and going rule’?
In order for workers’ compensation to apply to your injury, it must be work-related. However, not all work-related injuries happen directly at the office or the site of the job. For instance, it would be possible for workers’ compensation to apply if a worker sustains...
How do you know if you sprained your ankle?
If you twist, turn or roll your ankle awkwardly while carrying out your work duties, the force can stretch and tear the ligaments in your ankle. Your ligaments stabilize your joints and while they allow for movement, too much movement may result in a sprain. An uneven...
Identifying fatigue as a factor in a truck accident
If you are like most people in Missouri, you see the large semi-trucks and tractor-trailers on the state's roads and highways and share in an appreciation for the contribution they make to local commercial activities. At the same, their massive size also cannot help...
How to talk to your doctor about a workplace injury
If you have generally good health, you may see a doctor only once a year for a physical or not at all. Either way, if you sustain an on-the-job injury, you likely need immediate and ongoing medical treatment. In Nebraska, you usually have a right to have your existing...
Is your chronic back pain due to a repetitive stress injury?
Overusing tendons and muscles by performing repetitive tasks required for your job in Missouri can result in microdamage, leading to debilitating pain over time. Medical care and extended time away from work required for healing are often costly. Workers’ compensation...
Is eating while driving dangerous?
Many people believe that distracted driving is only teenagers texting on cell phones or taking selfies. The reality is that there are multiple kinds of distracted driving, and most drivers are guilty of driving distracted at some point. One of the most common...
What should you do when a TBI affects relationship roles?
When your significant other suffers from a traumatic brain injury in Missouri, you may notice a number of changes in your relationship. Some of these differences may feel unnatural and cause stress and anxiety for both of you. Changes to your previous role and...
What is the difference between personal injury and workers’ comp claims?
If you suffer an injury due to the negligence of someone else, you usually have a personal injury claim. You can take your case to court and get compensation for your medical costs and other financial losses. If you suffer an injury at work, you must go through the...
What should I do after a hit-and-run?
No matter what kind of car accident you find yourself in, even if it is just a very minor fender-bender in a parking lot, it is irritating. However, there are accidents more irritating than a hit and run. The good news is that dealing with a hit-and-run is not that...
