When it comes to the healthcare system, nurses are essential. They work tirelessly to track the healing process and provide patients with comfort. Long hours and stressful demands leave caretakers vulnerable. When a physical injury does occur, workers' compensation...
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The 3 most common causes of motorcycle accidents
Every year, thousands of Americans get into motorcycle accidents. According to the National Safety Council, 14 percent of traffic fatalities involve motorcycles, despite them only representing 3 percent of registered vehicles. The summer months in Missouri mean the...
3 facts about returning to work after a workers’ comp injury
After an injury, getting back to work is a priority for companies and employees. The following details may help everyone understand what options are available for employees to return to their jobs. 1. Employers might need to make modifications Doctors overseeing the...
Signs your child has a concussion after a car accident
As careful as you are with using car seats and driving defensively when your son or daughter is in the vehicle, there is still a chance your child can get caught in a car accident. Seeing your young child get hurt in a crash is every St. Louis parent's nightmare. The...
Work-related back injury? Follow these three steps
Trauma to your neck or back is a common work-related injury. Back injuries occur in many ways, including slips and falls, lifting heavy materials, standing or bending for extended periods of time or through repetitive motions that strain your muscles and joints....
The dangers of a concussion after a car accident
Concussions can cause serious, long-term damage, even when it seems like you recover quickly from a head impact. In fact, a concussion is a type of traumatic brain injury, or TBI. Review the symptoms and potential complications of a concussion that occurs in a car...
3 forms that employer retaliation may take
If you recently sustained injuries as a result of your work, you probably have the right to apply for workers' compensation benefits but may fear retaliation from your employer. Missouri law bans reprisal against employees for filing workers' compensation claims. It...
5 mistakes to avoid after a car accident
A car accident can happen in an instant. You could be slowing down to stop for a red light and realize the driver behind you isn’t stopping. Or you could be exiting off a freeway ramp when a speeding car side swipes into your car as it tries to pass you. In a second,...
The increased risk of plantar fasciitis among nurses
Throughout Missouri, the state's medical industry depends on hard-working nurses. If you're a nurse, it's no secret that this job involves being on your feet for long periods. Considering that, many people working in this profession suffer from a condition known as...
Tips for a successful workers’ compensation claim
Being injured at work is not only painful and scary, but it can also severely affect your career and your financial situation. This is such a problem that some injured workers even choose to forgo seeking medical treatment for fear that they will have to pay the bills...
