Most people are aware of the dangers of electric shock. But you might not consider how often workplace injuries in Missouri are the result of electricity. The Occupational Safety and Health Administration lists electricity as the sixth most common cause of … Read More
The Social Security Administration takes determining a person’s eligibility for Social Security Disability very seriously. A person who applies for Social Security Disability benefits must meet the qualifications for their definition of disabled. They have a five-step program to determine … Read More
Traffic accidents can be extremely dangerous, regardless of what type of vehicle you are driving. Over half of all accidents are caused by speeding or driving under the influence. While many traffic accidents share similar circumstances, statistics show that the … Read More
The State Average Weekly Wage (SAWW) used to determine maximum workers’ compensation benefits for the fiscal year beginning July 1, 2021 and ending June 30, 2022 is $1030.69. This SAWW produces the maximum weekly benefit rates for injury and illness … Read More
We’ve all heard the saying, “An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure.” This is especially true when it comes to workplace injuries and workers’ compensation. While a Missouri Work Injury attorney can help you get the compensation … Read More
For many people who receive Missouri Social Security Disability benefits, there is great peace of mind in seeing that your Social Security disability application has been approved. But once you receive your approval, you may wonder “How long can I … Read More
There are potential risks and dangers associated with many different occupations in Missouri, but assembly line workers are particularly susceptible to workplace injuries or even death. There are a lot of repetitive motions involved when performing the same tasks over … Read More
Applying for and receiving Social Security disability benefits in Missouri can often take time. If you are eligible for Missouri Social Security Disability benefits, you don’t want to drag your feet in applying, and there are several important reasons why. … Read More
If you’ve been involved in a car crash and suffered a serious injury, you want to maximize your chances of getting fair financial compensation. Don’t be under the mistaken assumption that just because the car accident occurred through no fault … Read More
The Missouri Department of Transportation has released their preliminary numbers for Missouri traffic fatalities in 2021, and they’re rather sobering. For the first time since 2006, there were over 1,000 deaths. These are the highest levels Missouri has seen in … Read More