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Worker's Compensation Reform Bills Protect Missouri Jobs
ST. LOUIS, (SLFP.com) April 3, 2005 - Effective August 28, 2005, Senate Bills 1 and 130, signed into law by Governor Matt Blunt are designed to restore fairness to Missouri's workers' compensation system by protecting rights of injured workers without threatening Missouri jobs.
In an announcement, Governor Blunt said, "This meaningful piece of legislation will bring fairness to our state's workers' compensation laws and help free employers from frivolous rulings that hinder economic development," Blunt said. "I am grateful to Senator John Loudon and Representative Steve Hunter for their tireless efforts in getting this legislation to my desk."
The law introduces several improvements to the workers' compensation system. It will control premium increases by ensuring employers are liable only for injuries for which they are directly responsible. Senate Bills 1 and 130 require the workplace accident or occupational exposure to be the "prevailing" factor in causing the injury or disability.
The new law also limits benefits available to employees found to be under the influence of alcohol or illegal drugs at the time of their accident. If the employee fails to obey the employer's policy on alcohol and drug use in the workplace in conjunction with the workplace injury, the benefits will be reduced by 50%. If the alcohol or drug use is found to be the proximate cause of the injury the benefits will be forfeited.
The bills will also increase penalties against those who seek to abuse Missouri's Workers' Compensation laws. Anyone who attempts to defraud the system can be charged with a Class D felony.
Administrative law judges will now be subject to performance audits and retention votes, promoting their neutrality so claimants are not unfairly favored over defendants.
These and other provisions will bring comprehensive reform to Missouri's workers' compensation laws and will benefit all Missourians through job retention, expansion, and employee betterment.
"These needed changes will help Missouri compete more effectively with other states for good family supporting jobs," Blunt said.
EDC to Host Creating Emotionally Engaged Employees Seminar
ST. LOUIS, (SLFP.com) March 13, 2005 - A half-day seminar on "Creating Emotionally Engaged Employees" will be the focus of the next Executive Forum event organized by the Economic Development Center (EDC) of St. Charles County. The event will take place, at 7:30 a.m. Wednesday, April 13, at the St. Peters City Centre with national speaker Greg Bunch of Chicago-based Brandtrust.
Topics to be introduced at the seminar will include the concept of the "triple bottom line," breakthroughs in neuro-science and neuro-economics that help create emotional engagement, and strategies designed to implement these findings within an organization.
"This is a must-see for local business owners and employee supervisors, human resource staff members, and those working with volunteers and donors," stated Greg Prestemon, EDC president and CEO.
Cost to attend the April 13 seminar is $35 per person and a breakfast buffet is included. Pre-registration is required and the deadline to sign-up is April 8. To register, contact Amy Gordon of the EDC at 636-441-6880.
St. Louis Career Expo 2005
Job News and St. Louis Area HealthCare Recruiters will sponsor the St. Louis Career Expo 2005, on April 26, 2005, from 10 am - 3 pm, at UMSL Campus - Millennium Center, located at 8001 Natural Bridge.
Job seekers will have an opportunity to meet face-to-face with recruiters in healthcare and many other industries as well in what promises to be one of the area's largest job fairs.
Free admission and parking in the Millennium Center Garage Dress for Success! (No jeans or sweats please!).
Participating Companies include:
Barnes-Jewish Hospital, St. Louis University, St. Anthony's Medical Center, Rehabilitation Institute of St. Louis, SSM Health Care, Christian Hospital, St. Alexius Hospital, Washington University School of Medicine, Saint Anthony's Health Center, St. Louis Children's Hospital, Tri-Lab LLC, Gateway Regional Hospital, St. Louis VA Medical Center, American Express Financial Services, GC Services, and many, many more.
A portion of all proceeds from this event go to the St. Louis Area Healthcare Recruiters Scholarship Fund.
Employers' booth space is still available, call 314-434-5634 for more information.
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