In any occupation, work-related accidents and job hazards can pose a serious risk for injuries and illnesses, which can prevent you from working and providing for yourself and your family. According to the Missouri Department of Labor (DOL), more than 50,000 people suffer on-the-job injuries each year throughout the state.

At The Law Firm of Webster & Carlton, we fight for your rights to benefits while you focus on your recovery. Among the common injuries suffered in cases our Webster County workers’ comp lawyers represent include:

• Overuse injuries, such as muscle or tendon strains, sprains, and tears;
• Broken bones and dislocated joints;
• Serious burns due to contact with fire and hot surfaces, fluids, or vapors;
• Electrocutions caused by contact with live wiring;
• Severe cuts, lacerations, and amputations;
• Back and neck injuries, resulting in herniated discs, fractured vertebrae, and spinal cord injuries;
• Head injuries, resulting in concussions and traumatic brain injuries (TBI);
• Occupational diseases, such as cancer, asbestosis, and chronic lung diseases.

When any of the above injuries or illnesses prevent you from working and require medical care, you may be entitled to benefits through the (DOL) and the Division of Workers’ Compensation (DWC). This program acts as a sort of insurance policy, protecting you in the event injuries and illnesses occur. Benefits available through the program include:

• Reimbursement of lost wages;
• Coverage of medical expenses;
• Disability benefits, if you are unable to return to work or perform certain tasks;
• Survivor benefits, which provide for your loved ones if an injury or illness proves fatal.

At The Law Firm of Webster & Carlton, we can guide you through the workers’ compensation claim process, acting as a strong legal advocate on your behalf. We ensure your claim is properly filed with all the required documentation, so that you get the maximum amount to which you are entitled.