Missouri Workers Compensation and Personal Injury Topics are discussed by James M. Hoffmann.
Only an experienced St. Louis Car Accident Attorney can consider all factors and help get the maximum possible compensation for the losses suffered in the car accident. Common myths related to auto accidents: 1. Level of injury sustained depends on the nature and intensity of the accident 2. The driver of the bigger vehicle is … Read more
Employees who have been unfairly treated or suspect that an employer is in violation of labor laws should contact an attorney. Minimum wage is supposed to guarantee fair and basic payment for workers. But one car wash is accused of failing to meet even these most basic standards of compensation and is in violation of … Read more
If you do experience an eye injury, seek immediate medical attention. Workplace injuries can be devastating. Unexpectedly, lives can be changed and you may be unable to earn a living while you recover from your injury, sometimes injury results in permanent disability and workers cannot return to their jobs at all. This is stressful, puts … Read more
The law is not always clear regarding whether car accidents are covered under workers comp. Employees are entitled to workers compensation benefits when they sustain an injury that is the direct result of their employment. Every state has laws regulating workers compensation insurance that are different but most require that employers have worker’s comp coverage. … Read more
Workers’ compensation laws describe the benefits that injured employees are entitled to, like lost wages and medical expenses. Construction work is one of the most dangerous professions. Every year thousands of construction workers suffer injuries or death while working on construction sites. While it is an inherently dangerous job, injuries can be caused by employer’s … Read more
Using a cellphone while in the car is one of the leading causes for distracted driving accidents. Distracted driving is one of the leading causes of accidents, and cracking down on distracted driving has become a priority in many states. Currently in Virginia harsher punishments are being enacted for the offense of texting while driving. … Read more