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On August 12, 2025, the Missouri Workers Compensation Board made a landmark decision to increase benefits for injured workers across the state. The decision, which comes after months of deliberation and advocacy from labor groups and lawmakers, will provide much-needed financial relief to workers who are injured on the job.Under the new guidelines, injured workers will see a significant increase in their weekly benefits. The maximum weekly benefit amount will rise from $725 to $850, providing a much-needed boost to workers who are struggling to make ends meet after suffering a work-related injury.In addition to the increase in weekly benefits, the Workers Compensation Board also approved changes to the medical fee schedule, which will ensure that injured workers have access to the care they need without facing exorbitant costs. The changes to the fee schedule will also help to reduce medical costs for employers, ultimately benefiting both workers and businesses.The decision to increase benefits for injured workers was met with widespread praise from labor groups, who have long been advocating for improvements to the state's workers compensation system. State lawmakers also lauded the decision, recognizing the importance of providing adequate support to workers who are injured on the job."This decision is a huge win for Missouri workers," said Sarah Jones, president of the Missouri Workers' Union. "Injured workers deserve to be taken care of and we are thrilled that the Workers Compensation Board has recognized the need for increased benefits."The increase in benefits for injured workers comes at a time when workplace injuries are on the rise in Missouri. According to the latest data from the Department of Labor, the number of workplace injuries in the state has increased by 10% over the past year. The decision to increase benefits will provide much-needed support to workers who are grappling with the physical, emotional, and financial toll of workplace injuries.Overall, the decision by the Missouri Workers Compensation Board to increase benefits for injured workers is a significant step towards ensuring that workers are adequately protected in the event of a workplace injury. The decision will provide injured workers with the support they need to recover and return to work, ultimately benefiting both workers and businesses across the state.