Missouri Workers Compensation and Personal Injury Topics are discussed by James M. Hoffmann.
Though it may not seem like a high-risk industry, there are several common injuries carpet industry workers may experience. When most people think about dangerous jobs, they may imagine construction workers or police officers. However, many dangers come with working in other industries, such as the carpet industry. In fact, this industry has one of … Read more
Working in hot weather can make existing health conditions worse, impair a worker’s judgment, and lead to dehydration. Understandably, many people love summertime. The weather is warm, the sun is out, and an overall sense of happiness is in the air. However, while summertime may be a great time for picnics and vacations, it can … Read more
An unsafe work environment is usually a sign of a deeper problem, like poor management or an overworked team. Working in an unsafe environment is not only a threat to your safety, it can also harm your mental health and diminish productivity. You should never tolerate threats to your safety, so here are a few … Read more
If you have diabetes and are in the process of pursuing workers’ compensation, it makes sense to wonder if diabetes could affect your claim. This article will discuss how diabetes can impact your claim and provide insight into what steps you can take if the insurance company uses your diabetes as an excuse to deny … Read more
Before you start receiving your workers’ comp benefits, you must generally undergo several processes, including a utilization review to determine your workers’ compensation eligibility. According to a recent report, in 2020 alone, there were around 2.7 million work-related injury and illness cases. This number only accounts for cases reported in the private sector. Sadly, most … Read more
The long-term effects of a work injury can be costly and may even last a lifetime. It is important to factor these changes into your workers’ compensation claim. After a workplace injury, you may find that you can no longer do the things you love or have to make big changes in how you live … Read more