Hurt At Work?
The Hines Wilson Law Firm Fights for You.

Getting hurt on the job can turn your life upside down. Suddenly, the paycheck you count on may stop coming in, medical bills pile up, and you’re left wondering how you’ll support yourself and your family. At The Hines & Wilson Law Firm, our workers’ compensation attorneys fight for injured workers across Missouri to make sure they receive the benefits they are entitled to under the law.

We know how overwhelming the process can feel. Insurance companies and employers don’t always explain your rights, and sometimes they even make the process harder. That’s where we step in.

Workers’ compensation is a type of insurance that provides benefits to employees who suffer work-related injuries or illnesses. In Missouri, most employers are required to carry workers’ comp coverage. This system is supposed to protect both employees and employers — employees get medical care and partial wage replacement, and employers avoid lawsuits.

But just because the system exists doesn’t mean benefits are easy to get. Too often, valid claims are delayed, denied, or underpaid. That’s why having an experienced workers’ compensation lawyer in Missouri can make all the difference.

Workplace accidents can happen anywhere — from construction sites and factories to offices and retail stores. At Hines & Wilson, we help clients with a wide range of work injuries, including:

• Back, neck, and shoulder injuries
• Repetitive stress injuries such as carpal tunnel syndrome
• Slips, trips, and falls at work
• Machinery and equipment accidents
• Burns and electrical injuries
• Broken bones and fractures
• Head and traumatic brain injuries
• Occupational diseases caused by long-term exposure

Even injuries that seem “minor” at first can become serious over time. If you’ve been injured at work, don’t ignore the symptoms — get medical care right away and talk with a workers’ comp attorney about your rights.

If your claim is approved, you may be entitled to several types of benefits, including:

• Medical treatment: Coverage for doctor visits, surgery, rehabilitation, and prescriptions related to your work injury.

• Lost wages: Temporary total disability (TTD) or temporary partial disability (TPD) benefits to replace part of your income while you’re unable to work.

• Permanent disability: If your injury leaves you with lasting limitations, you may qualify for permanent partial disability (PPD) or permanent total disability (PTD).

• Vocational rehabilitation: Assistance with retraining or finding other employment if you can’t return to your old job.

• Death benefits: Financial support for surviving family members if a workplace accident is fatal.

Insurance companies don’t always tell you about every type of benefit available, which is why speaking with a Missouri workers’ comp lawyer is so important.

At The Hines & Wilson Law Firm, we’ve built our reputation on standing up for hard-working Missourians. Our clients come from all walks of life — factory workers, nurses, construction workers, truck drivers, teachers, and retail employees. We know how important your case is to you, and we treat it with the attention it deserves.

Here’s what sets us apart:

• Local experience: We serve clients in Columbia, Jefferson City, and throughout mid-Missouri.

• Personalized service: You’re not just a case number. We take the time to listen and guide you through the process.

• Proven results: We’ve helped countless injured workers recover benefits after being denied or mistreated by the system.

• No upfront fees: We don’t get paid unless you do.

If you’re hurt on the job, here are the steps you should take:
Here is a checklist of the basic steps you should follow after being hurt on the job.