- Introduced -

SB 347 - This act modifies the definitions "accident" and "injury" within Chapter 287, RSMo.

This act also limits the applicability of an occupational disease within Chapter 287, RSMo, to cases where the occupational exposure was the dominant factor in causing the physical condition. Further, to be compensated for an occupational disease the claimant must satisfy the requirements of accidental injuries set forth in Section 287.020, RSMo.

When the occupational disease is related to repetitive motion and the dominant factor causing the injury was acquired while with a prior employer, such prior employer shall be liable for the disease. An employer who has paid benefits to an employee based on an injury acquired while with a prior employer has the right to sue the employee to satisfy any payments made by the employer.

RICHARD MOORE