Almost all employers are required to carry workers’ compensation insurance and to pay for a worker’s medical expenses related to an injury the worker sustained on the job or an illness that was caused mostly or entirely by exposure to dangerous substances on the job. If the employer fails to pay the workers’ compensation benefits…
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Are you or someone you love currently taking drugs that contain saxagliptin or alogliptin? If so, you may be at an increased risk of heart failure, and if you already suffer from heart or kidney disease, you’re at an even higher risk, according to U.S. health officials. Sold as Onglyza or Kombiglyze XR, it is…
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The first thing that comes to mind when many people hear the phrase “workers’ compensation” is a single incident at work that resulted in a traumatic injury. For example, a contractor who broke his arm after falling off of a ladder at work would certainly be entitled to workers’ compensation. Workers’ compensation is not just…
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Missouri workers’ compensation law provides a variety of benefits to those injured on the job. The following information will provide you some general information about how you can estimate what your workers’ compensation payment might be, but because each individual case is as unique as the individual involved, the actual amount you receive may vary…
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Did you know that approximately one in three traffic deaths in the U.S. are caused by individuals driving under the influence (DUI) or driving while intoxicated (DWI)? Further, these drivers frequently make a habit of driving impaired, and their actions impact more than just themselves. Furthermore, younger drivers are more likely to drive impaired, and…
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In the state of Missouri, employees that die as a result of performing their regular job functions (including workplace accidents and diseases contracted from doing their jobs) are entitled to burial expenses (up to $5,000) and weekly benefits (the payments are divided equally among those eligible to receive it). If the deceased was married at…
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Workers’ compensation is payment provided by an employer to cover the medical expenses and lost wages of workers who get injured on the job. Almost all employers are required to carry workers’ compensation insurance, and it must provide the money owed to injured workers without delay. If you have been injured at work but have…
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If you have ever gotten sick on a weekend, then you know what a hassle it is to go to the emergency room on a weekend. Unless you have a visible serious injury or are obviously severely ill, then you can expect to wait for a very long time. Beyond that, it is no fun…
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Workers’ compensation laws in Missouri require that employers pay for medical treatment for injuries sustained by workers while they are at work, but there is a lot more to workers’ compensation than just having your medical bills paid by your employer’s workers’ compensation insurance instead of your own health insurance. If your workplace injury leaves…
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Getting injured at work can cause an inordinate amount of stress and pressure, and when you are considering filing a workers’ compensation claim, you have to take into consideration the ramifications – specifically, what actions can or will your employer take against you? If your injury requires a lighter duty than you were hired to…
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If you’ve been involved in an Illinois car accident, you already know the stress that comes in the aftermath. In addition to dealing with whatever injuries you’ve suffered in the crash, you’re also forced to deal with doctors and their billing departments, insurance companies, and law enforcement. The last thing you need is to handle…
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If you were recently involved in a motor vehicle collision, it’s important that you get in touch with an auto accident attorney as soon as you can. If you wait too long, it could be difficult for the legal team to gather all the information that they need to build a strong case for you…
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Annually, just under 100,000 work zone accidents occur nationwide, with most of these collisions occurring on major highways and interstates. In the past five years, 4,400 people have died in work zone accidents and roughly 200,000 people have been injured. Although many people believe that construction workers are the most at risk in a work…
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It’s that time again. The most wonderful time of the year. The holidays are meant to be a peaceful season when people gather to enjoy each other’s company, reflect on the past year, and look forward to the year ahead. We bustle about, going to holiday parties, seeing friends and family, and picking up the…
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Imagine you’re driving along, minding your own business, heading out of town on Interstate 270. Suddenly, a big rig in the left lane begins to merge right on top of you, squeezing you out and forcing you to either speed up or slow down. Your heart starts racing, your palms get sweaty, you make your…
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