Law Office of James M. Hoffmann 
Because of the number of workers’ compensation rules and regulations, one small mistake could cost you thousands of d0llars in benefits. Workers’ compensation was specifically designed to ensure that an injured worker is able to receive treatment at the employer’s expense, yet with the number of rules and regulations surrounding it, one small mistake could cost … Read more
While most employers will cooperate with medical restrictions, some will try to use them as a basis for termination. By law, an employee can seek medical treatment after a workplace injury until the physician determines that the employee has reached maximum medical improvement (MMI). The physician believes no further medical care or procedure will improve the … Read more
A question that often arises in workers comp cases is whether the injured worker is an employee or an independent contractor. Generally, an independent contractor is not entitled to workers’ compensation from the company they are doing work for. This comes up most often with construction site accidents and trucking claims, where a large company employs … Read more
An injured worker suffering from a work-related head injury may never be able to enjoy the same quality of life as before the accident. Workplace accidents may cause head injuries, which can range from minor to debilitating. Head injuries are classified into closed head injuries and open head injuries. While open head injuries are caused when an object … Read more
Manufacturing and construction industry workers are at the highest risk of work-related injuries and death. From the last three decades, the manufacturing and construction industries have been reporting the most number of cases of serious disability resulting in restricted motion and job transfers and requiring extensive medical treatment. The manufacturing sector accounts for almost 30 percent … Read more
A temporary hearing is requested by an employee when there is a dispute about medical treatment or the payment of temporary disability benefits. A temporary hearing is also known as a hardship hearing. Employees undergoing treatment for work-related injuries are entitled to compensation for all medical expenses. The compensation covers prescription medication, medical equipment, and physical rehabilitation. … Read more