Obtaining workers’ compensation benefits can seem like an intimidating process, especially if your employer shows no interest in helping you with it.<\/p>\n
The Missouri Division of Workers’ Compensation recommends that you consult a lawyer if you feel confused or unsure about the process. While following a successful claim to completion can take some work, here is an overview of the the basics.<\/p>\n
1) Report the injury or illness to your employer.<\/strong> The facts that you provide on this form will be crucial to the success or denial of your workers’ compensation claim. Discrepancies or omissions that are found among medical reports, accident reports, and witness statements are a major (more…)<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" Obtaining workers’ compensation benefits can seem like an intimidating process, especially if your employer shows no interest in helping you with it. The Missouri Division of Workers’ Compensation recommends that you consult a lawyer if you feel confused or unsure…<\/span><\/p>\n
\nYou must report your injury or illness to your employer in writing. Your employer may provide a form to you; if not, you can find one on the Missouri Department of Labor website. You must report your injury or illness within 30 days of noticing it.<\/p>\n