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James M. Roswold is licensed in Missouri Only. Heather A. Lottmann is licensed in Kansas and Missouri. Victor B. Finkelstein is licensed in Kansas and Missouri.

If You Have Been Injured at Work, We can Help You Make Sense of Your Rights and Obligations Under Workers' Compensation Laws.

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Kansas City Workers Compensation LawyerKansas City Workers Compensation LawyerNo industry is immune from on the job injuries. Whether you are a factory worker, construction worker, healthcare worker or even an office worker, you face the risk of being injured - perhaps very seriously - on the job.

Work injuries are among the most traumatic experiences a worker may face during their work life. Not only do you have to deal with the physical and psychological effects of an injury, but you may also need to deal with the economic consequences of being off work. Many workers fear the loss of their job as a result of an injury.

Although laws have been adopted in Missouri and Kansas, called workers' compensation laws, that are designed to provide benefits to workers who are injured or are killed as a result of an on the job injury, workers' compensation is an area that can be very confusing to an injured worker. It is full of traps for those who do not understand the system.

Are you headed for a Work Injury Disaster?
If you have been injured at work, it is vital for you to understand your rights and your obligations under the workers' compensation laws. Don't assume you will be treated fairly - order our FREE book, "The Workers' Compensation Survival Guide - How To Avoid Becoming a Work Injury Horror Story". Even if you believe your injury is minimal, this book will give you information that you can use to protect your rights under the workers' compensation laws.

Did you know that if you have had an accident at work, there are a number of things you must do to protect your potential claim. If you do not follow these appropriate procedures, you are risking a Work Injury Disaster!

Although you may have been led to believe that the workers' compensation laws in Missouri and Kansas are simple and straightforward, the fact is that work injuries often present complex medical and legal issues that should not be handled on a "do it yourself" basis. Further, a recent study indicates that injured workers without attorneys received approximately 50% less compensation than those who retained the services of an attorney.

Have you experienced any of these situations?
  • Your employer claims that your weren't really hurt on the job, even though you were;
  • The insurance adjuster has tried to convince you that you don't need a Kansas City workers compensation lawyer;
  • The doctor at the occupational health clinic says you can go back to work before you believe you are ready to do so; or,
  • You have been released from medical care but you cannot go back to your job because of the physical limitations you still have?

You need answers! Information is POWER and PROTECTION!
When it comes to workers' compensation, the more you know about the process, the better off you will be. Our Kansas City Workers Compensation Lawyers want you to have the necessary information you need in order to empower you and protect you. We want you to be able to get the compensation you deserve after being hurt at work.

After ordering our FREE book, please use this website to learn more about workers' compensation issues in Missouri and Kansas. Read our workers' compensation blog, watch our videos, read our law library articles, browse our workers' comp Frequently Asked Questions and check our current news stories.

Contact the law firm that will put you and your needs FIRST
Think you need an attorney for your workers' compensation case? Not sure if you need legal help? Contact the skilled lawyers at the Kansas City Accident Injury Attorneys to talk about your case for no cost or obligation. We'll give you an honest non-nonsense appraisal of your case, and help you understand and protect your rights.

Kansas City Accident Injury Attorneys

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Kansas City, MO 64106

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  • Many Kansas City workers face difficult and dangerous circumstances on the job.
    Description: Last year, a case of two deaths of transit workers in Houston, Texas highlighted the dangerous conditions that some city employees face every day.
  • Computer Work Injuries – How Your Workstation May Be Harming You
    Description: If you spend most of your day working in front of a computer, you may think you are at low risk of injury. But, this is not true. Learn about common injuries caused by computer work and how they can be prevented. For information about the rights of injured workers, download your free copy of “How to Avoid Becoming a Work Injury Horror Story”. This guide from the Kansas City workplace injury attorneys at Kansas City Accident Injury Attorneys is to anyone who has sustained a Missouri or Kansas workplace injury. If you have questions, call Kansas City Accident Injury Attorneys at 888-348-2616.
  • Preventing Workplace Eye Injury in Kansas City
    Description: Have you sustained an eye injury in a Kansas City workplace accident? Monetary compensation can’t make up for missing a child’s smile or the beauty of the first daffodil of spring. However, if you have sustained a serious eye injury, monetary compensation can make your life easier. A Kansas City workers’ compensation attorney can help insure that you receive all the benefits you are entitled to. To learn more, contact Kansas City Accident Injury Attorneys at 888-348-2616 and ask to schedule a free consultation with a Kansas City worker’s compensation attorney.
  • The Workplace Safety Index: The Ten Most Common Types of On-the-job Injuries in Kansas City
    Description: This article describes the ten most common types of workplace accidents listed in the annual Workplace Safety Index. If you have been injured while working in Kansas City, you are entitled to Missouri worker’s compensation benefits, including coverage of your medical expenses, rehabilitation costs and a portion of your lost wages. In some cases, you may be eligible for additional damages from a third party. A Kansas City workers’ compensation attorney can help insure that you receive all your benefits. To learn more, contact Kansas City Accident Injury Attorneys at 888-348-2616 and ask to schedule a free consultation with a Kansas City worker’s compensation attorney.
  • Were You Injured By a Toxic Substance While At Work? Learn More About the Rights of Injured Missouri Workers.
    Description: Every day, thousands of American workers are exposed to hazardous chemicals and toxins while at work. If you have been injured by workplace toxic chemical exposure, you are entitled to Workers’ Compensation for your medical expenses, rehabilitation costs and a portion of your lost wages. In some cases, you may be eligible for additional damages from the manufacturer of the chemical or from a third party. A Kansas City workers’ compensation attorney can help insure that you receive all your benefits. To learn more, contact Kansas City Accident Injury Attorneys at 888-348-2616.
  • A Missouri Worker's Guide to Preventing On-the-job Back Injuries
    Description: Does your back hurt? You are not alone. Low back pain affects approximately one million American workers and causes more lost work days than any other musculo-skeletal disorder. Learn about the causes of on-the-job back injury and how these common injuries can be prevented. If you have suffered a back injury while at work or from a work activity, you should report the incident to your employer and seek immediate medical attention. Seeking medical help is important. Many job injury claims can be difficult to prove; the insurance company may insist that your injury is due to a pre-existing condition or a non-work-related activity. To avoid losing benefits, contact Roswald Law Group at 888-348-2616. Our experienced Kansas City workers' compensation lawyers will help you protect your claim and fight to get you the fair compensation you deserve.
  • Kansas City On-The-Job-Injury: Are You in Danger from Carbon Monoxide Poisoning?
    Description: In June 2010, two cleaning service employees died after being exposed to carbon monoxide while cleaning. The Centers for Disease Control (CDC) report that carbon monoxide poisoning is the leading cause of accidental death by poisoning in the United States. If you believe you are a victim of on-the-job carbon monoxide poisoning, contact Kansas City Accident Injury Attorneys and schedule a free appointment to discuss your rights and potential injury claim with an experienced Kansas City workplace injury attorney. For more information about work-related injury claims, request our free guide: “How to Avoid Becoming a Work Injury Horror Story”.
  • What Are Your Employer’s Responsibilities Under Worker’s Compensation Law?
    Description: In Missouri, any employer with five or more employees is required to purchase insurance for their employees from a workers' compensation insurance carrier. Read this article to learn about the other responsibilities that your employer has if you are injured while at work. If you have questions about your on-the-job injury case, your worker’s compensation benefits, or would like to know if you have a third party injury claim, schedule a free consultation the Missouri workplace injury attorneys at Kansas City Accident Injury Attorneys. Contact our Kansas City law office at 888-348-2616. To learn more about work-related injury claims, request our free guide: “How to Avoid Becoming a Work Injury Horror Story”.
  • The Worst On-the-job Accidents of 2010
    Description: 2010 was a dangerous year for American workers – nearly 5,000 employees died on-the-job last year. However, most of these deaths could have been prevented. COSH has released its list of the top 10 worst industrial and corporate disasters of 2010. Learn about these accidents and the rights of those who are injured on the job. Victims of on-the-job accidents have rights. To learn more, contact the Kansas City work injury attorneys at Kansas City Accident Injury Attorneys at 888-348-2616.
  • On-the-job Dog Bites: Who Pays For Your Injuries?
    Description: Every year, more than 3,000 U.S. Postal Service mail carriers are attacked by dogs across the United States. But, mail carriers aren’t the only victims of on-the-job dog bites. If you were injured by a dog bite or dog attack while on the job in Kansas City, you may be wondering how to get compensation for your injuries. Learn more about the rights of on-the-job dogbite victims or contact the Kansas City Workers’ Compensation attorneys at Kansas City Accident Injury Attorneys at 888-348-2616 to schedule a free consultation to discuss your claim and to make sure you are being fairly compensated.
  • Six Common Misconceptions about Filing a Missouri Worker’s Compensation Claim
    Description: Missouri Workers' Compensation provides important benefits for persons who are injured while working. This library article from Kansas City Accident Injury Attorneys lists common misconceptions that many Missouri residents have about Worker's Compensation claims. If you were injured at work and have questions about your on-the-job injury case or would like to know if you have a third party injury claim, schedule a free consultation the Missouri workplace injury attorneys at Kansas City Accident Injury Attorneys. Contact our Kansas City law office at 888-348-2616.
    To learn more about work-related injury claims, request our free guide: “How to Avoid Becoming a Work Injury Horror Story”.
  • Second Hand Smoke Can Cause Serious Workplace Injuries: What can You Do If You Were Injured By Workplace Tobacco Exposure.
    Description: The risks of second hand or environmental tobacco smoke are well known. According to the CDC, exposure to environmental tobacco at home or at work increases a nonsmoker’s risk of developing heart disease by 25 to 30 percent and the risk of developing lung cancer by 20 to 30 percent. You are entitled to a safe workplace. If you are a non-smoker and have become sick or a medical condition worsened because of environmental tobacco smoke at work, you may be entitled to Workers' Compensation benefits. However, you must be able to prove that your illness was caused by your work environment. If you believe that workplace tobacco smoke exposure caused you illness or injury and would like to know if you have a claim for worker’s compensation, contact the Missouri workplace injury attorneys at Kansas City Accident Injury Attorneys. We’ll schedule a free consultation to discuss your Kansas City workers’ compensation claim.
  • Worker's Compensation Award Schedules for Lost Limbs
    Description: Federal and state laws provide a formula to determine the amount of worker's compensation a worker who suffers partial or full limb loss will receive. Read to learn more.
  • Top Causes of Kansas City On-The-Job Injuries #1: Motor Vehicle Accidents
    Description: Missouri motor vehicle accidents are the leading cause of work-related fatalities in Kansas City. If you are injured while on-the-job, you are entitled to Missouri Workers’ Compensation benefits regardless of who is at fault. If the accident was caused by the negligence of someone other than your employer, you may have a personal injury claim for other damages such as medical expenses, pain and suffering and property damage. The Kansas City personal injury attorneys at Kansas City Accident Injury Attorneys represent victims of on-the-job injury in Missouri and Kansas. To learn more about your rights as an injured worker, contact our Missouri Workers’ Compensation attorneys at 888-348-2616 to schedule a free case evaluation. Learn more about on-the-job injury; download our free guide, “How to Avoid Becoming a Work Injury Horror Story.”
  • Top Causes of Kansas City On-The-Job Injuries #2: Violent Crimes
    Description: Since 1990, violent crimes have been the second most common cause of workplace fatalities. Each year, an average of 2 million people become victims of violent crime while working in the United States. If you have been injured because of workplace violence, you may have a personal injury claim. To learn more contact the Kansas City work injury attorneys at Kansas City Accident Injury Attorneys. Contact our Kansas City Worker’s Compensation attorneys at 888-348-2616 to schedule a free appointment to discuss your Missouri workplace violence injury claim. Learn more about on-the-job accidents; download our free guide, “How to Avoid Becoming a Work Injury Horror Story.”
  • Top Causes of Kansas City On-The-Job Injuries #3: Machinery Accidents
    Description: Every year thousands of American workers are killed or seriously injured in heavy machinery accidents. In fact, occupational injury from machinery is ranked third after motor vehicle accidents and homicide as a cause of occupational death. Determining liability in a workplace macinery accident can be difficult. Kansas City Accident Injury Attorneys can help. Contact our Kansas City Worker’s Compensation attorneys at 888-348-2616 to schedule a free appointment to discuss your Missouri workplace injury claim. Learn more about on-the-job accidents; download our free guide, “How to Avoid Becoming a Work Injury Horror Story.”
  • Forklift Accidents Cause Injuries
    Description: Forklift accidents are more common than you may realize. Every year nearly 100,000 people are hurt in forklift accidents. Learn about the conditions that make forklifts dangerous.
  • The Missouri injured worker’s guide to Repetitive Motion Disorders
    Description: Repetitive motion disorders (RMDs) or repetitive strain injuries (RSIs) are muscular conditions that result from repeating a motion over and over in the course of working or daily life. Learn more about RMDs. If you are suffering from a repetitive motion injury and you have questions about your rights or about worker’s compensation, contact Kansas City Accident Injury Attorneys. Our free guide, “How to Avoid Becoming a Work Injury Horror Story” provides valuable information for those injured at work. If you have more questions or need help, call our MO Worker’s Compensation attorneys toll free at 1-888-348-2616.
  • August is hot! Kansas City works are at risk for heat injury.
    Description: When the weather is hot, your body is under stress. This is particularly true if you work outside and your job involves strenuous physical activity. If you are injured on-the-job in Kansas City, you very probably have a Missouri or Kansas Worker’s Compensation Claim. To learn more about Worker’s Compensation and your rights to restitution for your injuries, contact the Kansas City personal injury attorneys at Kansas City Accident Injury Attorneys. Be sure to request our free book, “How to Avoid Becoming a Work Injury Horror Story”.
  • Dangerous on-the-job noise exposure may cause work-related hearing loss. What can Kansas City workers do?
    Description: Workers are exposed to loud sounds day after day for many years, may sustain permanent hearing loss and ear ringing. If you have lost your hearing or have experienced other serious physical effects because of job-related noise, you may have a claim under Missouri worker’s compensation law. To learn more, contact the Kansas City personal injury attorneys at the Kansas City Accident Injury Attorneys. When you call us at 1-888-348-2616, request our free guide to worker’s compensation rights, “How to Avoid Becoming a Work Injury Horror Story.” his guide can help you to get started on your own work injury claim.

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