St. Louis Missouri Work Related Injuries Attorney James M. Hoffmann has recovered over $50,000,000 for his clients.
It becomes effective on January 17, 2017, and will affect approximately 112 million workers at 7 million worksites. The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) is a federal body that establishes rules, regulations and standards for creating safe working environments. Each employer is required by law to comply with the rules set forth by OSHA. … Read more
When we talk of workplace injuries, most injuries that come to mind are the ones resulting from machinery malfunctions, slip and falls, and other common workplace accidents. However, we often forget about chemicals in the workplace that can also lead to serious injuries. Often injuries caused by chemicals, unless caused by high levels of chemical … Read more
One of the most distressing and life changing injuries a person could suffer in a workplace is paralysis. There are various types of workplace accidents that can lead to paralysis. It can completely change the worker’s life and make him unable to return to work. The worker may even need lifelong assistance with his daily … Read more
Utility workers are exposed to a wide variety of dangerous workplace conditions everyday. Utility workers provide us with a continuous source of electricity and gas, and in the process they face several dangers on their jobs each day. These workers have to work in dangerous situations when people lose electrical services or there is a … Read more
If you have suffered a work-related knee injury, you should be receiving all of your workers’ compensation benefits. Lateral Collateral Ligament (LCL) injuries involve a ligament in the knee joint. These ligaments play a crucial role in helping stabilize the knee, and any injury to these ligaments can adversely affect the stability in the knee. … Read more
If you have suffered an eye injury on the job, we will help you understand your legal rights and options. Eye injuries not only threaten a worker’s vision, but also his/her ability to earn a living and enjoy life. So, a worker who suffers a work related injury in the workplace deserves workers compensation benefits. … Read more