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Exposure to Toxic Chemicals at Work: Understanding Your Rights

February 26, 2025 by Law Office of James M. Hoffmann

Under Missouri workers’ compensation law, employees who suffer work-related illnesses from toxic chemical exposure are entitled to benefits. Exposure to toxic chemicals in the workplace can have serious, long-term health consequences. Manufacturing, construction, agriculture, and healthcare workers face daily risks of inhaling, touching, or ingesting hazardous substances. If you have been exposed to toxic chemicals … Read more

Updated: February 20, 2025

Can I Get Workers’ Compensation for Mental Health Issues in MO?

February 26, 2025 by Law Office of James M. Hoffmann

Missouri law does allow workers’ compensation benefits for mental health conditions—but only in cases of extreme workplace conditions. When people think of workers’ compensation, they often associate it with physical injuries like broken bones, back injuries, or repetitive stress disorders. However, what happens when a worker suffers from a psychological or emotional injury due to … Read more

Updated: February 20, 2025

Workers’ Compensation for Truck Drivers in Missouri

February 25, 2025 by Law Office of James M. Hoffmann

If you are a truck driver injured on the job, your employer or insurance company denies or delays your benefits. Truck driving is one of the most physically demanding and high-risk professions in the United States. Long hours on the road, heavy lifting, and exposure to dangerous conditions put truck drivers at a significant risk of … Read more

Updated: February 19, 2025

Slip and Fall at Work in Missouri? What You Need to Know

February 24, 2025 by Law Office of James M. Hoffmann

Navigating a workers’ compensation claim after a slip and fall can be overwhelming. We can help. Contact us today to schedule. Slip and fall accidents are among the most common workplace injuries, affecting workers across various industries. Whether you work in a warehouse, office, restaurant, or construction site, a fall can lead to serious injuries, … Read more

Updated: February 20, 2025

What If I’m Injured at Work but Didn’t Report It Right Away?

February 24, 2025 by Law Office of James M. Hoffmann

If your workers’ compensation claim is at risk due to delayed injury reporting, don’t wait any longer. Contact us today. Suffering a workplace injury can be stressful, and in the moments following an accident, you may not immediately recognize the severity of your injury. Many workers continue working despite minor pain, only to realize later … Read more

Updated: February 19, 2025

Why Missouri’s ‘Exclusive Remedy’ Rule Could Affect Your Case

February 23, 2025 by Law Office of James M. Hoffmann

If you were injured on the job and your employer or insurance company denies or delays your claim, don’t navigate the process alone. Missouri’s “Exclusive Remedy” Rule is critical to workers’ compensation law. It establishes that workers’ compensation is their only legal recourse against their employer when an employee is injured on the job. In … Read more

Updated: February 19, 2025