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Chris Miller focuses his practice on workplace discrimination and wrongful termination, criminal defense, workers' compensation, and personal injury matters. He worked in the public-sector representing both the Missouri Department of Social Services and the Missouri Department of Labor and Industrial Relations.
The Law Office of Chris Miller, LLC Blog
1w ago
Curious about what injuries that are not covered by workers compensation in Columbia, Missouri, are? This guide will walk you through the specific scenarios and […]
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The Law Office of Chris Miller, LLC Blog
1w ago
Auto plant worker injuries in Columbia often include repetitive stress injuries, crushing injuries, and back problems. This article discusses common accidents, their causes, and the […]
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1w ago
The road to receiving workers’ compensation can be rough and long, and if you fail to take the right steps, your work comp claim could […]
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The Law Office of Chris Miller, LLC Blog
3M ago
For workers in Columbia, Missouri, vision loss from a workplace incident can lead to significant challenges. If you’re facing this, understanding vision loss workers comp […]
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The Law Office of Chris Miller, LLC Blog
8M ago
Although many of the restrictions surround the 2020 COVID-19 pandemic have been lifted, that doesn’t make the virus or any other kind of disease go away. Even if it’s a small case or laryngitis, it’s important to see a doctor when you’re facing congestion or shortness of breath.
Monitoring your own health is especially important, considering Missouri’s current circumstances. According to an article from KOMU, health professionals in the mid-Missouri area are reporting a huge spike in cases of respiratory illness. One doctor claims that the number of cases they’ve seen have nearly doubled.
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9M ago
Although you may not have seen it in your workplace, the reality is that workers in Columbia get injured while on the job every single day. From broken bones to ringing ears and everything in between, there are a lot of ways you could get hurt while just doing your job. Everyone is at risk, not just though in physically demanding jobs. Even people who work in offices can end up suffering from carpal tunnel or other injuries.
In an effort to help spread awareness about instances like this, the Missouri Department of Labor makes their statistics of workplace injuries publicly available. To some ..read more
The Law Office of Chris Miller, LLC Blog
9M ago
Whether it’s a minor scratch or a broken leg, any incident that leads to an injury in the workplace must be reported through the proper channels. Even incidents that resulted with no injuries should be reported if the situation was dangerous. Not only does this help your employer keep the workplace safe, but it helps them keep record of injuries in the event they need to be compensated.
Reporting your injury to your employer is one of the first things you should do after the accident occurs. The Missouri Division of Workers’ Compensation has an example of what the form will look like, but ther ..read more
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9M ago
While it is true that you can get injured on the job regardless of your industry or position, there are certain groups of people who are particularly at-risk to getting hurt in the workplace. Perhaps one of the most obvious is the construction industry. A lot of dangerous elements can be found on the average construction yard, from complicated construction equipment to heavy materials like steel and iron, there is danger packed in practically every corner of the workplace.
Most of the time, the safety measures put in place are enough to prevent someone from getting hurt or worse. Unfortunately ..read more
The Law Office of Chris Miller, LLC Blog
9M ago
No matter what you do or where you work, there are probably at least a couple safety hazards in your workplace. For some people, working in potentially hazardous conditions is an everyday occurrence. Typically, employers will put safety measures in place to prevent their employees from getting hurt. Still, it happens on occasion.
When working in a warehouse setting, there are a large number of things that could potentially harm you. Making sure to adhere to all safety precautions can help minimize your likelihood of getting hurt. If you do happen to get hurt at work, however, you should make s ..read more
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9M ago
Although it feels tedious and draining, there are several hoops that every person must jump through when going through the workers’ compensation process. If you want your injuries and lost wages covered, you are required to navigate your way through. As a matter of fact, how you handle these instances can be the difference between a fair settlement or one that leaves you dissatisfied. This is also a process that many people in Missouri must go through, as the number of injures experienced in the US increased by 7.5% year-over-year.
For many workers’ compensation claims, the insurance provider ..read more