St. Louis Missouri Work Related Injuries Attorney James M. Hoffmann has recovered over $50,000,000 for his clients.
These brave men and women put their lives at risk to protect us, and the process can take a toll on their health and well-being. Being a police officer or firefighter is one of the most stressful careers a person can choose. These brave men and women put their lives at risk to protect us, … Read more
Employers have the responsibility to provide a safe work environment for their employees. The Occupational Safety and Health Act of 1970 was passed to prevent workers from getting seriously injured or killed at work. The OSH law created the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), which establishes and enforces protective workplace safety and health standards … Read more
Do not accept a workers compensation settlement for your injury until you completely understand your rights and benefits. If you have suffered a workplace injury, and have been offered a workers compensation settlement, you should not accept it until you completely understand your rights. If you accept the settlement, it would mean that your case … Read more
If you have been injured at work, you should be receiving benefits for all of your work related injuries. While certain types of jobs put workers at a higher risk of injury, workers in any type of employment can get injured. Some of the most dangerous industries to work in include construction, manufacturing, assembly work, … Read more
Prolonged exposure to asbestos in the workplace is known to cause mesothelioma. The health hazards of asbestos exposure have been widely recognized world over. Known for its fire retardant and insulation qualities, asbestos was used in almost all large industries like shipbuilding, construction, manufacturing, railroad, military etc. Prolonged exposure to asbestos is known to cause … Read more
Repetitive motion under poor or less than optimal workplace conditions can lead to workplace injuries. Repetitive motion injuries such as tendinitis, carpal tunnel syndrome, and bursitis have become more prevalent and workplace ergonomics have become a hot topic. Even the federal government has taken note of the situation and has renewed its focus on ergonomics. … Read more