If you have been injured at work, an experienced workers’ compensation lawyer can ensure that you are treated fairly by your employer under Missouri’s workers’ compensation laws. There are several kinds of injuries that can be sustained in the workplace, but a common issue with workplace injuries is the difficulty to completely treat and also…
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Those who work in flooring installation face a number of hazards, but none is more dangerous than their exposure to formaldehyde in the products they install. Formaldehyde emissions from laminate wood products have been shown to “off-gas” and put both installers and homeowners at risk of personal injuries or illnesses. A personal injury attorney could…
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Do you or a loved one work in the flooring industry and you’re dealing with a serious disease diagnosis? Are you concerned your exposure to flooring solvents has damaged your health? You might be eligible for financial compensation via a personal injury claim. Exposure to chemicals and dangerous materials is common in many industries, but…
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The reality is, most people will have an experience with a car accident eventually at some point in life, either themselves or someone they know. For those who have already had the misfortune of being involved in an accident, they could tell enough horror stories to be a fair warning to all is to learn…
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Have you recently been injured on the job, or developed an illness related to your work environment? If so, you most likely are reeling in questions, wondering what type of recourse you might have, or where to get help. Finding a St. Louis workers’ comp attorney should be the first step. Along with making that phone…
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In Kirkwood, Missouri, occupational diseases are defined as any ‘condition or illness caused by exposure in the workplace.’ Some common examples are repetitive motion injuries, loss of hearing or eyesight, and illnesses associated with exposure to chemicals or radiation. There are several other types of occupational diseases; however, not all illnesses are going to be…
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Most everyone will have some experience with a car accident at some point in their lifetime, whether they are involved with one, or a loved one. And, anyone who has already been in one can tell you that even a minor fender bender can be a real pain to overcome, including having to obtain police…
DetailsSo, you’ve been injured on the job, or know someone who has been hurt? You probably have a lot of questions, wondering if you have any recourse and where to go for help. If you have been injured on the job in Kirkwood, finding a workers’ comp attorney is something to consider. But, for now,…
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You may be surprised to learn that workers’ compensation mistakes are quite common in St. Louis, Missouri. The system is designed to prevent lawsuits and ensure that injured workers get compensation and benefits they deserve. However, many people are unaware of the rights and responsibilities when it comes to seeking coverage for lost wages and…
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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Edwardsville, IL – Walton Telken founding member Troy Walton has been selected an Illinois Super Lawyer for 2018. Super Lawyers selects attorneys using a patented multiphase selection process. Peer nominations and evaluations are combined with independent research. Each candidate is evaluated on 12 indicators of peer recognition and professional achievement. No more…
DetailsFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Edwardsville, IL – Troy Walton, of the injury law firm Walton Telken Injury Attorneys, has been elected President of the Madison County Bar Association. “The members of the Madison County Bar Association are dedicated to preserving and protecting access to justice for the citizens of our community. I am humbled and honored…
DetailsFailure to fulfill duty of care brought about rapidly declining health and undue suffering, publishes waltontelken.com FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE (Edwardsville, Illinois)– A medical malpractice case building for more than five years was recently brought to a close in an East St. Louis federal court. Plaintiff Kevin Clanton represented by St. Louis Medical Malpractice Lawyers Stephen…
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The vast majority of workers in Kirkwood, Missouri, are covered by workers’ compensation benefits. It is required for any employer with at least five employees to carry such insurance coverage on their workers. Federal employees are covered by separate workers’ compensation laws, and agricultural workers, domestic workers, and independent contractors are exceptions to the rule.…
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When you’ve been injured on the job, you are likely to have a lot of questions concerning what to do next and what kind of benefits you might be entitled to. Workers’ compensation is a system designed to ensure that injured workers have the necessary coverage for treatment and wage benefits, while protecting employers from…
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In most cases, Missouri employers are legally required to carry workers’ compensation insurance coverage for all employees if they have at least five employees working for them. Construction companies are an exception in that they must carry workers’ compensation insurance coverage on all employees, even if there is only one. An exception on the other…
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