Has a coworker said you don’t need to see a doctor for that minor on-the-job injury? Or perhaps you’ve heard that workers’ comp insurance won’t cover you for the first 6 months of your employment? Be careful…your coworker may not be your best source of information about workers’ compensation in Missouri. Workers’ compensation laws are [...]
If you own a business in Missouri, you must know and understand your employer liability. Employment categories, worker reporting, liability types, wages and taxes are just a few of the issues rife with rules and regulations that, if avoided, can create serious consequences. For example, did you know that any Missouri employer knowingly failing to [...]
Employers are bound by various laws to take steps to minimize employee liability. The smart employer, however, will go beyond these requirements to add another layer of protection from employment claims, because such claims can be complex, expensive and unpredictable. After all, juries are made up of people – people who likely identify with employees. [...]