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MO Workers’ Compensation Deadlines: How Long Do You Have?

Filing your claim before the deadline ensures you don’t lose out on medical care and lost wage benefits. Contact us today. When injured at work in Missouri, understanding the workers’ compensation deadlines is crucial to ensuring you receive the benefits you’re entitled to. Missing a deadline can result in claim denial, lost medical coverage, and … Read more

Updated: February 20, 2025

Does Workers’ Compensation Cover Pre-Existing Conditions?

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If your pre-existing condition has worsened due to work and you’re struggling with a denied claim, contact us today. Workers’ compensation is designed to provide financial and medical benefits to employees injured or ill due to their jobs. However, many workers wonder: Can you receive workers’ compensation if you have a pre-existing condition? The short … Read more

Updated: February 19, 2025

Can You Get Workers’ Comp for Stress or Anxiety in Missouri?

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Workers’ compensation for stress or anxiety is possible in Missouri, but it requires strong medical evidence and a clear link to your job. Workers’ compensation is typically associated with physical injuries, but what about mental health conditions like stress, anxiety, or PTSD? In Missouri, workers can receive compensation for mental health conditions under specific circumstances. … Read more

Updated: February 20, 2025

Workers’ Comp Claim Denied? 5 Steps to Appeal in Missouri

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At the Law Office of James M. Hoffmann, we have helped injured workers in Missouri recover their rightful benefits. Schedule an appointment today. Receiving a workers’ compensation denial can be frustrating and overwhelming, especially when dealing with medical bills and lost wages. However, a denial does not mean the end of your case. In Missouri, … Read more

Updated: February 19, 2025

How Does MMI Affect Your Workers’ Comp Case?

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Reaching MMI is a significant turning point in your workers’ compensation case. It can significantly impact your benefits. Reaching Maximum Medical Improvement (MMI) is critical in your Missouri workers’ compensation case. It can impact your benefits, settlement amount, and future medical care. Understanding what MMI means and how it affects your workers’ comp claim can … Read more

Can My Employer Refuse to Let Me Return to Work?

Missouri workers’ compensation laws are designed to protect your rights after an injury. Schedule an appointment today for a free consultation. Returning to work after a work-related injury can be frustrating, especially if your employer refuses to let you resume your job. In Missouri, workers’ compensation laws protect your rights, but employers sometimes deny a … Read more

Updated: February 17, 2025