Missouri's new Speaker of the House is Tim Jones, a Republican from Eureka. Mr.Jones is an attorney and he vows to make changes to several areas of law, including medical malpractice, employment discrimination and the workers' compensation system. With respect to Missouri's workers' compensation system, he urges lawmakers to find a solution to the nearly insolvent Second Injury Fund. The Fund has run into trouble because in 2005, the legislature passed a law that capped employer's contributions to the Fund. A bill has been filed in the Senate that would temporarily increase the funding of the Second Injury Fund to address its outstanding obligations on awards that have already been obtained, but not yet paid. However, that bill would limit future claims.
Have You Been Hurt On The Job In The St. Louis?
If you've been injured at work in the St. Louis area you should speak with an experienced St. Louis workers' compensation lawyer as soon as possible. Please contact us online or call our St. Louis office directly at 314.315.8111 to schedule your free consultation. We help work injury victims throughout the St. Louis area and look forward to helping you.
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