2014 Missouri Workers Compensation Weekly Wage rate
The new 2014 Missouri workers compensation weekly wage rate is now in effect. The State Average Weekly Wage (SAWW) used to determine maximum workers' compensation benefits for the fiscal year beginning July 1, 2014 and ending June 30, 2015 is...
Missouri Workers Compensation retaliatory discharge
An important decision came down from the Missouri Supreme Court that vastly improved the rights of injured workers to make a Missouri Workers Compensation retaliatory discharge claim. An injured worker no longer has to show that discrimination was an exclusive...
Missouri Workers Compensation and Construction Accidents
With the improving weather after a tough winter construction work is on the upswing in Missouri. We have already received a couple of calls from people that are injured in Missouri workers compensation and construction accidents and found out that...
Things you can do to help your Missouri Workers Compensation case
Below are things you can do to help your Missouri workers compensation case. 1. Report your injury to your employer immediately. The longer you wait, the more damage you do to your case. In Missouri you have 30 days to...
Missouri Workers Compensation Questions
We get a lot of calls from people who are injured on the job and have Missouri Workers Compensation questions. Here are some common Missour Work Comp questions and answers. 1. Does the Missouri workers' compensation system cover me?...
Winter Driving Tips From A Professional Truck Driver
Here is Springfield Missouri the winter weather has been especially difficult this year. Previously, I had put some driving tips up on the blog from the Missouri Department of Labor. Here are great winter driving tips from a professional truck driver...
6 Things that can hurt your Missouri Workers Compensation case
Constantly we talk with people who have been injured on the job. Many folks make crucial mistakes early in their case that can have negative effects. There are a certain 6 things that can hurt your Missouri workers compensation case....
Missouri Workers Compensation Death Benefits
Missouri Workers Compensation Death Benefits According to Missouri law, if a worker dies as a result of a workplace accident or occupational disease, the employee’s family is entitled to: 1. Burial Expense - payment of expenses for burial, up to $5,000.00. 2. Weekly...
Springfield Missouri Workers Compensation
If you are hurt at work your Missouri work comp payments are determined primarily by your normal pay rate. There are other factors and methods that ensure your compensation rate is fair and accurate, however your employers insurance company does not...
Missouri Second Injury Fund – Workers Compensation Lawyers
The Missouri Second Injury Fund (SIF) is a fund managed by the Treasurer of the State of Missouri and defended by the Missouri Attorney General. The SIF money comes from a workers compensation surcharge placed on work comp insurance premiums...