St. Louis Missouri Work Related Injuries Attorney James M. Hoffmann has recovered over $50,000,000 for his clients.
Trench accidents are among the most dangerous types of construction site accidents. Trenches and excavation sites are needed for building and repairing almost all structures. In addition they’re needed when burying electrical wires, conduit, and plumbing. But while necessary, trenches pose serious risks to construction workers working in and around them. In fact, trench accidents … Read more
Working outside in winter weather can be unsafe, so reviewing safety tips and applying them can help prevent a work injury. Winter weather has arrived in St. Louis and those that work outside are in danger of the variety of cold weather injuries that come with it. There are two excellent ways to handle the cold … Read more
Report a work injury immediately to your employer and document everything yourself about the injury. One of the issues that have been in the news lately is the dangers faced by Amazon fulfillment center workers. What a St. Louis work injury lawyer will tell you, though, is that warehouse employees have been dealing with these … Read more
The heat can have a severe effect on your health and your ability to think clearly. The months of Summer are characterized by a lot of positive things. It is when kids are out of school, the weather heats up, and people start taking their yearly vacations. There is one dark side of summer though, … Read more
Statistics indicate that as many as 30% of all injuries at work are a result of invisible injuries. Sometimes when you are injured while working, symptoms are obvious and readily apparent, such as a burn injury or a broken leg, the effects of your injury are visible and undeniable. Unfortunately, other types of injuries aren’t … Read more
Heat stroke is one of the most common dangers faced by outdoor workers. Summers in St. Louis can be hot and unbearable and if you work in an industry where you are outside all day, it can wreak havoc on your health. If you are outside for an extended amount of time, it is essential … Read more