Much debate exists amongst people in Missouri over the responsibility that drivers have for the safety of the passengers in their vehicles. A driver should (of course) avoid any reckless or negligent behavior, as such behavior is completely within their own control...
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Kansas City Workers’ Compensation Law Blog
Examples of work injuries that workers compensation may not cover
Not every type of injury that happens at work falls under the workers’ compensation program. You are eligible to receive benefits for an injury that you sustain only within the scope of your employment. If you are hurt at work but the injury is not directly related...
Children may need new car seats after collisions
After getting into a collision, people need to examine their child's car seat. Car seats protect children in a crash and parents may need to replace these seats after an accident. There are a few ways that parents can determine if they need to get a new car seat. ...
Do falls pose a big risk to workers?
In Missouri, falls present one of the biggest risks for workers of all sorts. In fact, they are the third leading cause of unintentional deaths related to injuries. While this statistic includes falls at homes, falls at work still prove a big danger. But why is this...
Are you at risk for a spinal cord injury?
Falls, motor vehicle accidents and sports injuries are all causes of spinal trauma. The Mayo Clinic reports that while the average age of individuals who suffer a spinal injury is 43; however, almost anyone of any age may experience this trauma. Some people are more...
Workers’ compensation: Can my employer offer me light duty restrictions?
If you have an accident at work that results in injuries, you may qualify for light-duty restrictions. Light duty work is an alternative way employers can lower or reduce workers' compensation benefits. In some cases, light-duty work restrictions can result in partial...
How should you ease back into work after a workplace injury?
After suffering a workplace injury a few months ago, you feel almost ready to return to the office. What is the best way to ease back into your role while respecting your physical and mental limitations? Monster has tips that you may find useful. Understand how to...
Getting the medical treatment you deserve
So, you got an injury on the job. It happens: That is the reason we have the workers' compensation system. Hopefully, you have already seen a doctor. However, there is a good chance that the doctor you saw will not continue to provide your medical treatment. The...
Can a spouse collect workers’ comp benefits in Missouri?
If your household, like many American households, relied on a two-person income to make ends meet, the untimely death of your spouse may have resulted in significant financial strain for your family. If the cause of death was work-related, you may wonder if you can...
Do you know the symptoms of traumatic brain injury?
Millions of people are affected by traumatic brain injuries every year in Missouri and across the country. Car accidents are the second leading cause of hospitalizations involving traumatic brain injuries in the U.S, according to the Centers for Disease Control and...
