Tag: Missouri Workers’ Compensation

Worker Compensation Attorneys: St. Louis Back Injury At Work & Spinal Fusion Surgery

January 17, 2016October 28, 2015 by Law Office of James M. Hoffmann

Severe St. Louis workplace injuries may leave a worker incapable of performing job duties or even daily activities. Some of the most severe and difficult work-related injuries involve trauma to the back and neck. Back and neck injuries can be devastating and even after completing treatment, an injured worker may suffer from permanent restrictions and chronic pain. Work-Related Herniated Disc … Read more

Updated: January 17, 2016

St. Louis Burn Injury Lawyer: Electric Burn Injury – I Got Shocked at Work!

August 15, 2024October 27, 2015 by Law Office of James M. Hoffmann

Work-related injuries can be extremely serious, leaving a person permanently disabled. There are a number of severe and fatal injuries that are commonly reported at American workplaces. The most noteworthy of these are known as the fatal four. According to available statistics, more than 50 percent of construction worker deaths are caused by being struck by … Read more

Updated: August 15, 2024

Work-Related Injuries Resulting from OSHA Violations

July 8, 2021October 26, 2015 by Law Office of James M. Hoffmann

A worker may decide not to report any unsafe work practices in their workplace for fear of negative consequences. The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) is a federal organization responsible for ensuring safe and healthy working conditions by setting and enforcing workplace safety regulations. OSHA provides the necessary training and resources to help employees learn safe … Read more

Updated: July 8, 2021

St. Louis Work Compensation Lawyer: Back Injury Prevention Tips

October 21, 2024October 19, 2015 by Law Office of James M. Hoffmann

Back injuries are one of the most commonly reported work related injuries. A back injury can range from minor strains to serious and painful conditions such as herniated discs. There many reasons a back injury may occur at the workplace. For example, Missouri workers can get back injuries from repeatedly standing or sitting for long … Read more

Updated: October 21, 2024

St. Louis Work Injury Lawyer Busts 4 Missouri Workers’ Compensation Myths

October 11, 2016October 15, 2015 by Law Office of James M. Hoffmann

The Missouri workers’ compensation system may seem a little complicated to someone who has never had to deal with it. There are several myths that employees tend to believe when it comes to workers’ compensation. However, it is important to remember that each workers’ compensation case is different, even if the injury is similar. Myth #1 – All … Read more

Updated: October 11, 2016

St. Louis Work Injury Lawyer On Hispanic Construction Workers Safety Disparities

May 16, 2024October 12, 2015 by Law Office of James M. Hoffmann

Hispanic constructions workers may be prone to more work-related injuries due to safety disparities. Anyone can get injured at the workplace, including those who work in corporate offices and retail stores. However, there are certain classes of workers that are more prone to work-related injuries. According to a report released by the National Institute for … Read more

Updated: May 16, 2024