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Why Missouriโ€™s โ€˜Exclusive Remedyโ€™ Rule Could Affect Your Case

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If you were injured on the job and your employer or insurance company denies or delays your claim, donโ€™t navigate the process alone. Missouriโ€™s โ€œExclusive Remedyโ€ Rule is critical to workersโ€™ compensation law. It establishes that workersโ€™ compensation is their only legal recourse against their employer when an employee is injured on the job. In … Read more

Updated: February 19, 2025

Workersโ€™ Compensation for Construction Workers

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If you’re a construction worker and have been injured on the job, you have rights under Missouri workersโ€™ compensation laws. Construction work is one of the most dangerous industries in the United States, with a high rate of workplace injuries and fatalities. Given the risks, workersโ€™ compensation is essential for construction workers who suffer job-related … Read more

Updated: February 19, 2025

MO Workersโ€™ Compensation Deadlines: How Long Do You Have?

Filing your claim before the deadline ensures you donโ€™t lose out on medical care and lost wage benefits. Contact us today. When injured at work in Missouri, understanding the workersโ€™ compensation deadlines is crucial to ensuring you receive the benefits youโ€™re entitled to. Missing a deadline can result in claim denial, lost medical coverage, and … Read more

Updated: February 20, 2025

Does Workersโ€™ Compensation Cover Pre-Existing Conditions?

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If your pre-existing condition has worsened due to work and youโ€™re struggling with a denied claim, contact us today. Workersโ€™ 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 workersโ€™ compensation if you have a pre-existing condition? The short … Read more

Updated: February 19, 2025

Can You Get Workersโ€™ Comp for Stress or Anxiety in Missouri?

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Workersโ€™ compensation for stress or anxiety is possible in Missouri, but it requires strong medical evidence and a clear link to your job. Workersโ€™ 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

Workersโ€™ 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