Missouri Workers Compensation Attorneys
The state of Missouri has its own workers compensation laws to handle claims from employees who suffer injuries while on the job. These laws are strict liability – which means, fault and negligence by the employer need not be established in order to collect benefits. The only condition is that the injury or illness needs to have occurred during the course of employment. Workers compensation is the exclusive remedy for an employee’s injuries or illness that stem from the employee’s course of employment.
Workers compensation insurance is typically required by the state of Missouri for every employee although the state may provide for specific exemptions for small businesses and independent contractors. Under workers compensation law, you will receive help if you suffer immediate and long-term effects of occupational exposures. Examples are those exposed to toxic substances at work including asbestos, lead, latex and other chemicals. There are also many who may seek benefits for repetitive stress disorders such as carpal tunnel syndrome; exposure to loud noise that results in hearing loss; and a hostile work environment which can cause emotional and physical disorders.
If you get injured on the job in Missouri, the first step to take is to immediately report your injury to your employer. If you gave your employer written notice of the name and address of your physician, you may get treated by that physician. But if you have no one specified, your employer must arrange for your treatment. You will be provided with a claim form where you must describe your injury and how, when and where it occurred. It is important to contact a St. Louis workers compensation attorney who handles workers compensation cases to handle your case for the best possible result.
Workers compensation should not cost you anything. It is in place to protect your rights as an employee. If you qualify for workers compensation, all approved medical bills will be paid in addition to any temporary or permanent disability compensation that you may be entitled to receive. An attorney who handles your case will typically not charge you until they recover damages on your behalf.
Workers compensation claims are complex. They may require depositions, cross examinations by defending attorneys, sworn testimony, court appearances and an extensive knowledge of the statutes that protect you as an employee in the state of Missouri. If you or a loved one has been injured on the job or has become ill as a result of work-related exposure, please contact John J. Page and Missouri Workers Compensation Lawyers for a free consultation.
We know and understand what it is like to be injured on the job, face mounting medical expenses and loss of income. John Page and our associates will help you, and guide you through the legal process and take care of your paper work so that you have the time and the peace of mind to recover from your illness or injuries and get back on your feet. Call us today.
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St. Louis, Missouri 63103
P: (314) 322-8515
Toll Free: (866) 620-5757
john@pagecagle.com