Retaliating against an employee for filing a workers’ compensation claim is illegal under Missouri law. Employers cannot legally fire, demote, reduce your hours, or otherwise punish you for reporting a work injury and seeking the benefits you are entitled to. If your employer has treated you differently since you filed a...
An employee who suffers a slip and fall has the right to file a workers’ compensation claim. But depending on the circumstances of the accident, they may also be able to pursue a personal injury claim against third parties. This may allow monetary damages on top of workers’ comp.
If you’ve become injured on the job in Missouri, you may be understandably concerned about the future. Your injuries may prevent you from returning to work and earning an income. You may be entitled to compensation for your medical expenses, lost income, and other damages. Understanding the differences between workers' compensation...
In Southern Missouri, where industries range from agriculture to manufacturing, workplace safety is a top concern for both employees and employers. At Privette Law Office, we've spent nearly four decades representing workers who have suffered on-the-job injuries. Our experience has given us valuable insight into the most prevalent work-related injuries in our...
Suffering an injury at work can turn your life upside-down. In addition to causing excruciating pain, a workplace injury can also come at a significant financial cost due to medical bills and the inability to work. As employers with five or more workers (and construction industry employers with one or more workers)...
Nearly 92,000 workers were hurt in Missouri on-the-job accidents in 2022. These accidents cause a range of injuries, from fatal brain or spinal cord injuries to bone fractures and soft tissue injuries.
Your rights after suffering a work-related injury come primarily through your employer’s workers’ compensation policy....
