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Work-Related Eye Injuries

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Work-related eye injuries cause workers to lose an average of two working days. Scores of people are injured at work every day in St. Louis, and a portion of them fall prey to eye injuries. What makes these damages so severe is that they sometimes lead to blindness. Even when they don’t, they are very … Read more

Updated: July 13, 2022

The Importance of Credibility in Workers’ Compensation Cases

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Following these tips will help ensure that your credibility is not questioned and that you have the best chance of receiving the workers’ compensation benefits you are entitled to. Credibility is important in every legal case, but it can be especially critical in workers’ compensation cases. Because these cases often involve complex medical evidence, the … Read more

Updated: July 19, 2022

Common Work Injury Risks of Seemingly “Safe” Jobs

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No job is 100% safe, no matter how “safe” it may seem. This article will discuss some of the most common injuries in “non-dangerous” jobs and ways to stay safe at work! Which Occupations Are Considered “Non-Dangerous Jobs”? Generally speaking, any job that doesn’t involve a lot of manual labor or working with dangerous machinery … Read more

Updated: July 14, 2022

4 Common Problems With Workers’ Compensation Claims

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There are several common problems you should be aware of that can arise during the workers’ compensation claims process. Workers’ compensation claims are a necessary part of the process when you’ve been hurt on the job. They allow you to get the medical care and income you need to support yourself and your family while … Read more

Updated: July 14, 2022

7 Tips to Prevent a Work Injury if You Have a Physically Demanding Job

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Workers with physically demanded jobs are often at an increased risk for work-related injuries. Here are seven tips to help you stay healthy and avoid injuries. Whether you’re a construction worker, a farmhand, a factory worker, or a mover, if your job is physically demanding, you know that it can be tough on your body. … Read more

Updated: May 16, 2024

5 Common Hazards Faced by Animal Clinic Workers

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Being an animal clinic worker has its perks, especially if you are an animal lover. However, being an animal clinic worker also comes with its fair share of hazards. At the Law Office of James M. Hoffmann, we have more than three decades of experience handling workers’ compensation claims, and we know what it takes … Read more

Updated: June 18, 2024