Workers' Compensation

When you are injured on the job, the workers' compensation system is supposed to provide the medical care and financial support you need to recover. In practice, injured workers in Missouri often face denied claims, delayed benefits, and pressure from employers and insurance companies to accept less than they deserve. At Ott Law Firm in St. Louis, we represent injured workers throughout the workers' compensation process — from filing the initial claim through hearings before the Division of Workers' Compensation and appeals when necessary.

Missouri workers' compensation law covers employees who suffer injuries or occupational diseases arising out of and in the course of employment. Benefits may include payment of all reasonable and necessary medical expenses, temporary total disability benefits while you are unable to work, permanent partial or total disability benefits for lasting impairments, and vocational rehabilitation when you cannot return to your previous job. Understanding which benefits apply to your situation — and ensuring you receive the full amount the law provides — requires experienced legal guidance.

Our St. Louis workers' compensation attorneys handle a wide range of workplace injury cases, including construction site accidents, repetitive stress injuries, back and spinal cord injuries, traumatic brain injuries sustained at work, occupational exposure to toxic substances, and injuries resulting from defective machinery or equipment. We work closely with medical professionals to document the full extent of your injuries and their impact on your ability to earn a living. When employers or their insurers dispute your claim, we are prepared to present your case before an administrative law judge and pursue every available remedy.

At Ott Law Firm, we understand that a workplace injury affects every aspect of your life — your health, your income, and your family's security. We provide straightforward advice about your rights under Missouri law, handle all communications with the insurance company on your behalf, and fight to obtain the maximum benefits available. If you have been hurt at work, contact our office at (314) 710-2740 for a free consultation to discuss your case.