Missouri Workers Compensation and Personal Injury Topics are discussed by James M. Hoffmann.
Opioids are often used as prescription drugs for treating long-term chronic pain in injured workers. Studies have shown that prolonged usage and high doses of opioids can lead to addiction and cause other problems such as decreased ability to work, increase in disability for which the opioid was prescribed, and may even cause death in certain … Read more
Even a moderate neurological disorder can make it difficult for a worker to perform job tasks. Workers can develop neurological disorders as a result of a workplace accident or due to repetitive use of a particular muscle group. Unfortunately, even a moderate neurological disorder can make it difficult for a worker to perform job tasks. Serious disorders … Read more
In the U.S., heart disorders are responsible for more deaths than any other disease. Exposure to certainย environmental conditions can cause or aggravate heart disease. Whether or not you qualify for workers’ compensationย benefits for a heart disorder can be a complicated matter.ย It is often difficult to prove that a heartย disorder is a result of workplace conditions.ย In … Read more
Roofing workers need to be extremely cautious during the sweltering heat of summer months. Roofing is not an easy or pleasant job on any day andย during the summer months it becomes even more difficult. It been compared toย working in a blast furnace. The biggest threat is that of heat-related injuries; however, there are other hazards … Read more
Spondylolysisย may develop because of sudden trauma, repetitive motion, or regular stress on the spine. Spondylolysis or spondylolisthesis are conditions that can occur at any age, affecting nearly 4-6 percent of the American population. Spondylolisthesis occurs when a vertebrae in the lumbar region slips forward and shifts out of its original place. This can put pressure … Read more
The construction industry has been cited as one of the most hazardous industries to work in. Whether it is a small DIY project carried out by a homeowner or a huge contract undertaken by a big builder, construction sitesย present a number of dangers to those working and requires a strict vigilance to reduce accidents.ย (Learn more … Read more