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Can Your Employer Require Medical Appointments Outside Work Hours?

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Missouri workers’ compensation rules give employers significant control over medical care, but there are important limits on scheduling requirements. Under Missouri workers’ compensation law, employers and insurance carriers maintain substantial control over medical treatment following a workplace injury. This includes the right to select medical providers and schedule appointments. However, this control isn’t absolute, and … Read more

Updated: October 23, 2024

Understanding Health Insurance Coverage During Workers’ Compensation

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Learn how Missouri workers’ compensation affects your health insurance benefits, including who’s responsible for coverage and what happens if you leave your job. When you’re injured on the job in Missouri and receive workers’ compensation benefits, maintaining your health insurance coverage becomes a critical concern. Missouri law provides specific protections for injured workers, but the … Read more

Updated: October 23, 2024

The Role of Workers’ Comp in Covering Medical Expenses in St. Louis

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Workers’ compensation plays a vital role in covering medical expenses for work-related injuries in St. Louis.  Suffering an injury at work in St. Louis can lead you into the intricate world of workers’ compensation, a journey that often feels overwhelming, especially when dealing with medical expenses. Grasping the fundamentals of workers’ compensation is key to … Read more

Updated: January 22, 2024

The Long Term Effects of Cold Weather Work Injuries

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The Law Office of James M. Hoffmann assists workers in securing compensation for cold-related work injuries. Working in cold weather can expose employees to various risks and hazards that may result in injuries. While immediate consequences are often addressed through workers’ compensation, it’s crucial to recognize the potential long-term effects of cold weather work injuries. … Read more

Updated: January 22, 2024

Your Rights During an Independent Medical Examination (IME) for a Workers’ Comp Claim

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It’s important to know your rights and what to expect during an Independent Medical Examination (IME) for a workers’ compensation claim. Were you injured at work and are now going through the process of filing a workers’ comp claim? One step in this process may involve an independent medical examination (IME). These exams are meant to … Read more

Updated: November 7, 2024

How Often Do I Need to Visit My Workers Compensation Doctor?

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How often you need to visit your workers’ compensation doctor depends on several factors, including the severity of your injury and what your doctor says. One question that many people have after being injured at work is how often they can see the workers’ compensation doctor. The answer to this question depends on a few … Read more

Updated: October 21, 2024