Missouri Workers Compensation and Personal Injury Topics are discussed by James M. Hoffmann.
Poor craftsmanship, faulty materials, and working in poor weather conditions cause deadly electrocutions. This was the cause of 8.5% of construction workers’ deaths in 2019. Electrocution is a severe hazard that plagues most workplaces, but particularly construction sites. It’s estimated that electrocution kills an average of 143 construction workers each year. To help keep electrocution-induced … Read more
Vocational rehabilitation is a workers’ compensation benefit that helps employees with physical, psychological, emotional, or health impairment overcome barriers that often hinder them from returning or maintaining their jobs. Sadly, a work-related injury can affect your ability to do your pre-injury work duties or completely prevent you from going back to your previous job. However, … Read more
Logging ranks among the most dangerous jobs in the country. Here are five common accidents and how to minimize your risk. According to the Center for Disease Control and Prevention, the logging industry accounted for more than 95,000 injuries and 70 deaths in 2010. Logging ranks among the most dangerous jobs in the country. This … Read more
Let’s discuss what solvents are and shed light on their potential long-term effects on workers. As a construction worker, you’re exposed to different risks every day. However, while most dangers are easily noticeable and avoidable, solvents are often a silent, deadly threat. And their prolonged use at work can lead to life-ending occupational illnesses. Let’s … Read more
Construction workers are often exposed to falling debris. Here are five common injuries that can occur as a result. Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) regulations recommend that building tools and equipment that are not in use should be secured against accidental displacement. Sadly, these construction site safety rules frequently get ignored, thereby exposing construction … Read more
Some employers cut corners on safety and put their employees at risk of catastrophic work accidents. Here’s how to identify and report unsafe work conditions. According to OSHA and the Missouri Department of Labor and Industrial Relations guidelines, all employers are required to provide their workers with a safe working environment. However, not all employers … Read more