Missouri Workers Compensation and Personal Injury Topics are discussed by James M. Hoffmann.
Recurring pain from an old work injury? You could be owed compensation. See what Missouri workers’ comp really covers. You were injured at work months or even years ago. You may have received treatment, possibly returned to your job, and thought the case was closed. But now, your injury is back. Or worseโitโs gotten more … Read more
Donโt ignore workplace hearing loss. Missouri workersโ comp may cover your treatment, wages, and more. Learn your rights now. If youโre experiencing hearing loss due to your job, youโre not aloneโand youโre not without options. While hearing damage might not seem as urgent as a broken bone or visible injury, it can devastate your quality … Read more
You may be entitled to workers’ compensation under Missouri law if youโve developed health problems due to toxic workplace exposure. Long-term exposure to hazardous chemicals at work can cause life-altering illnesses. Fortunately,ย Missouri workersโ compensation lawย covers occupational diseases caused by repeated toxic exposureโallowing injured workers to access medical care, lost wages, and more. At the Law Office … Read more
Settled your work comp case but need more surgery? Missouri law may let you reopen. Don’t miss your chanceโtalk to us today, free of charge. If youโve settled a workersโ compensation case in Missouri and are now experiencing new symptoms or require additional surgery, you may wonder whether you can reopen your case. The good … Read more
Misdiagnosed by Concentra or a company doctor? Learn why it happens and how to protect your workers’ comp rights in Missouri. If you’ve been injured at work in Missouri, chances are your employer sent you to Concentra or another employer-selected doctor. While this might seem routine, itโs essential to understand that these doctors may not … Read more
Can refusing light duty cost you your benefits? Find out what Missouri law says about your workers’ comp rights. Youโre recovering from a work injury, following your doctorโs ordersโand suddenly your employer offers you โlight duty.โ But something feels off. The tasks seem too physical. The hours are too long. Maybe your pain is getting … Read more