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If you or a loved one has suffered an injury on the job, you may be eligible for significant compensation. Don’t face your injury alone. The team of personal injury attorneys at Eng & Woods is ready to help. You can schedule a free consultation about your injury today.

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Workers’ Compensation Attorneys Serving Columbia, MO, and Boone County

Regardless of where you work, accidents happen. Eng & Woods Attorneys at Law represents people throughout Missouri in workers’ compensation cases. Workers’ compensation claims cover all types of injuries, including but not limited to:

Injuries of the head, neck or spine
Severe burns
Broken and fractured bones
Back pain
Knee injuries
Carpal tunnel syndrome
Shoulder pain
Illness resulting from chemical exposure
Chronic headaches
Lung disease

Our team of trial attorneys has extensive experience trying workers’ compensation cases and has seen it all. We take pride in our tremendous record of successful settlements and awards.

Learn more about workers’ compensation benefits, what to do if your claim is denied and how an experienced attorney can help you secure the funds you need to recover from your injury.

How Do Temporary Total Disability Benefits Work?

Almost all employers in Missouri are required by law to carry insurance for workers’ compensation claims. These insurance policies are intended to cover all necessary and reasonable medical expenses for the duration of your injury. In addition, if an employee misses more than three days of work, they are entitled to temporary total disability benefits.

Workers on temporary total disability are provided a weekly check for the duration of their recovery until the employee can return to work. This check is normally two-thirds of the employee’s average weekly wage, subject to specific caps. Once the employee has completed their medical care – depending on the nature and extent of any permanent disability resulting from the injury – they will be entitled to either a permanent partial disability settlement or a permanent total disability settlement.

If you are unable to work and are denied proper workers’ comp benefits, you should contact a disability lawyer as soon as possible.

Learn more about different types of disability benefits.

What If Insurance Denies My Claim or Doesn’t Fully Compensate Me?

Although your employer is required to have these policies, the insurance companies that provide them are not required to accept your claim. Many people who have suffered legitimate injuries have had their claims denied. Even if your claim is accepted, there is no guarantee that insurance companies will provide you with the necessary compensation.

An experienced workers’ compensation attorney won’t be afraid to take your employer or their insurance carrier to trial to get the care, coverage and compensation you deserve. It’s essential to talk with an attorney as soon as possible to maximize the potential of a positive outcome.

Learn more about what to expect when you meet an attorney for the first time.

Workers’ Compensation Fact Sheet

For your convenience, we have compiled a workers’ compensation fact sheet to help you learn more about the workers’ compensation statute in Missouri and how Eng & Woods Attorneys at Law can help you get the compensation you deserve. You can also learn more about workers’ compensation by visiting the Missouri Department of Labor website.

Contingency Fees for Your Workers’ Compensation Case

At Eng & Woods, we realize that many workers and their families struggle to pay bills and put food on the table after an injury has occurred. For this reason, we handle all workers’ compensation claims on a contingency fee basis, which means we do not collect a fee unless we secure a settlement or award on your behalf.

While you recover from your injuries, our attorneys will work tirelessly to get you the best possible results in your case.

Our Workers’ Compensation Attorneys
Are Ready to Help.

Don’t wait it out with your employer or insurance company. Level the playing field with a dedicated, experienced workers’ compensation attorney from our team at Eng & Woods. Our steadfast representation has helped us secure favorable settlements and rewards for several of our clients, and we’re ready to help you get the benefits you deserve. If you have any questions regarding workers’ compensation, call us today at 877-888-2345 or visit our contact page to schedule a free initial consultation.