If an employee is injured on the job or develops an occupational disease, they need to report the case to their employer. However, some workers make mistakes when reporting, which ends up negatively impacting their whole process of claiming workers’ compensation benefits. Here is what to know:  Report immediately You need to report an injury immediately to your employer or supervisor. If you fail to do so within 30 days, you can affect your eligibility for workers’ compensation benefits. Reporting immediately allows you to link the injury to your work, for example, you can take your emplo ..read more

Car accidents can lead to many different types of harm, among them traumatic brain injuries (TBIs). Unlike most injuries, TBIs are a major cause for concern due to their potential to result in long-term cognitive, physical and emotional impairment. Since traumatic brain injuries are a result of sudden and violent forces acting upon the head, they can manifest in various forms depending on the nature and severity of the impact caused by a crash. The following are among the most common. Penetrating injury During a car accident, there is always the risk of objects within the vehicle becoming proj ..read more

Workers in a variety of different situations may develop health issues caused by their employment. Some workers develop illnesses due to chemical exposure at work. Employees may develop repetitive strain injuries from doing the same job tasks for years or could get hurt in an equipment malfunction incident. They may even experience the worsening of a pre-existing condition because of their work. Those with health issues caused by their employment may qualify for benefits through Missouri workers’ compensation. The benefits available include disability benefits to replace a portion of someone’s ..read more

Marriage is a huge commitment and very few relationships do not face troubles at some point. Some couples are able to navigate obstacles and build a stronger bond, while others don’t make it.  Modern life can be stressful for married couples, and there are several factors that can contribute to divorce. Outlined below are some of the more common causes of divorce. Decreased effort  As mentioned, it takes effort to make a relationship work. No marriage can remain in a “honeymoon period” forever. There will be difficult times and couples will need to work through them together. This ta ..read more

Finally getting approved for Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) benefits can feel like a huge weight being removed from your shoulders. However, it’s important to remember that in most cases, these benefits are subject to regular review. Unless you suffer from a condition that is not expected to improve, you will continue to hear from the Social Security Administration (SSA) periodically to provide current information on your condition and your ability to work. What is “substantial gainful activity?” That doesn’t relieve you of the responsibility to notify SSA if you do begin working ..read more

Working in a factory setting can expose employees to various hazards. Despite advances in workplace safety and regulations, factory workers are still at risk for numerous injuries, some of which can have long-term effects on their health and well-being. With its complex machinery and demanding tasks, the industrial environment requires stringent safety measures to protect workers. However, even with the best practices in place, accidents and injuries can occur. These injuries can impact the physical health of workers and can also lead to significant downtime and financial strain for the employ ..read more

Pictures are very helpful if you get involved in a car crash. They provide strong evidence for what occurred. They also preserve that evidence, even long after vehicles have been moved out of the roadway. But how do you take pictures if you get involved in a crash? It’s easy in 2024 because you likely just have a camera app on your phone. But it’s still important to know what pictures to take, so here are a few examples. Pictures of damage and injuries To start with, you may be considering a lawsuit to sue the driver who caused the crash, which led to significant costs for you. As a result, it ..read more

People often have very different takes when it comes to the modern divorce rate. Some people will lament the fact that they feel like most marriages eventually end in divorce, something that they claim has been happening for decades. Others will say that the divorce rate has been dropping and that modern marriages are more stable than they ever have been before. Who is right? They may both be correct. The reality is that the divorce rate a person faces likely depends on their age. Those under 50 For married couples who are under 50 years old, the divorce rate is dropping. Much of this is due t ..read more

When the police pull over drivers who are suspected of drunk driving, they have several tools to gather evidence. The police often start by asking questions hoping that a driver will admit to drinking. Alternatively, they may see an open bottle of alcohol as a clear sign of drunk driving.  When these options don’t work, law enforcement may ask drivers to perform sobriety tests. These tests evaluate the driver’s blood alcohol content (BAC). BAC is the amount of alcohol absorbed in the body at the time of testing. There are several kinds of sobriety tests. Here’s what you should know about ..read more

While most experienced drivers do it almost automatically, the reality is that it requires a lot of focus. There really is no room for distractions. However, statistics show that as many as 1,000 people per day are injured in crashes that stem from distractions. Why are so many drivers distracted? Reliance on cellphones Cellphone ownership has drastically increased in recent decades. Nearly everyone relies on their cellphones for daily tasks such as shopping, banking, social media and news. They are now about much more than communication. While cellphones are useful for a variety of purposes ..read more