Law Office of James M. Hoffmann 
The malfunctioning of a forklift at work or the inability of a worker to safely operate the forklift can cause serious work-related injuries. Workplace accidents are an unfortunate reality faced by workers all over the United States. There are classes of workers such as construction and manufacturing workers that are more prone to workplace accidents. … Read more
Templemire alleged that his employer fired him out of retaliation for his seeking workers’ compensation benefits. The Missouri Supreme Courts decision in the case of Templemire v. W&M Welding, Inc., has changed the standard of proof that an employee must meet in order to make a claim for workers’ comp retaliation. This was the result of … Read more
The use of a prosthetic device should not diminish the fact that you have been left disabled by a work-related accident. In determining the amount owed to an employee who has been injured at work, certain mathematical equations are used in conjunction with the percent of disability a physician assigns an injury. The higher the percentage of … Read more
Workplace violence is a serious issue that affects hundreds of Missouri workers each year. Workplace violence can occur in any type of workplace. If you were assaulted at work, you may be entitled to compensation for monetary damages. Talk with an experienced Missouri workers’ compensation attorney from The Law Office of James M. Hoffmann to find out … Read more
When injured on the job, one of the first things the insurance company may ask is if you have been treated for a similar injury in the past. This is especially prevalent when the injury is one that has developed over time, such as carpal tunnel syndrome. If evidence is found that this may be a … Read more
An employer may become reluctant to continue payments for medical treatment for an injured employee. Workers’ compensation benefits provide medical care to an injured employee. Because of the rising cost of insurance premiums to the employer, there are times when an employer is reluctant to continue payments to one of their injured employees. At The Law Office of … Read more