Work Injury: 8 Common Questions an Injured MO Worker May Ask

Q: How is my MO Workers’ Compensation case valued?

A:  The State assigns values, in numbers of weeks, to each body part.  Then, you are entitled to some percentage of that number of weeks depending on how permanently disabled that body part is left.

Q:  Is my work-related shoulder injury still worth anything in Missouri if I did not have surgery?

A:  Every case is different.  But, in general, if you are able to keep working after healing, a non-operated shoulder case is worth between 10% and 15%.

Q:  If I had rotator cuff surgery due to being injured at work in Missouri, what should the insurance company offer me?

A:  Every case is different.  But, in general, if you are able to keep working after healing, a once-operated rotator cuff case should yield between 20% and 30%.

Q:  If I had shoulder surgery on my labrum due to being injured at work in Missouri, what should the insurance company offer me?

A:  Every case is different.  But, in general, if you are able to keep working after healing, a once-operated labral tear case should yield between 20% and 30%.

Q:  If I had bicep tendon surgery due to being injured at work in Missouri, what should the insurance company offer me?

A:  Every case is different.  But, in general, if you are able to keep working after healing, a once-operated bicep tendon case should yield between 20% and 30%.

Q:  If I had shoulder replacement surgery due to being injured at work in Missouri, what should the insurance company offer me?

A:  Every case is different.  But, in general, if you are able to keep working after healing, a shoulder replacement case should yield between 30% and 50%, or more.

Q:  If I had multiple shoulder surgeries due to being injured at work in Missouri, what should the insurance company offer me?

A:  Every case is different.  But, in general, if you are able to keep working after healing, a twice-operated shoulder case should yield between 25% and 35%.

Q:  If I had shoulder surgery due to being injured at work in Missouri, what should the insurance company offer me?

A:  Every case is different.  But, in general, if you are able to keep working after healing, a once-operated shoulder case should yield between 20% and 30%.

Getting injured at work can lead to more than just physical pain; it can also create confusion and stress as you navigate the unfamiliar territory of workers’ compensation. An experienced attorney can ensure you receive the compensation you deserve for your injuries. Contact us today to see how we can help you secure the maximum compensation.

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For More information on Workers’ Compensation:

INTERPRETING THE MISSOURI WORKERS’ COMPENSATION CHART, PART I: What Are the ‘Little Numbers’ Stamped All Over the Body on the Work Comp Chart?

INTERPRETING THE MISSOURI WORKERS’ COMPENSATION CHART PART II: What Is My Workers’ Compensation PPD (“Permanent Partial Disability”) Weekly Rate And How Do I Know If It Will Be Capped?

MO WC Permanent Partial Disability Case Estimate Calculator

Interactive Missouri Workers’ Compensation Chart

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