Handling Missouri Workers’ Compensation cases throughout the state, the Law Office of James M. Hoffmann will ensure that your rights are protected.
If you suffer a workplace injury, seek compensation for damages. Every worker is at risk of injury. Every job, even those that seem to be mundane, poses certain risks to workers. Some types of jobs are considered to be extremely dangerous, such as construction workers, healthcare professionals, airline industry professionals, and factory workers. Other jobs are not considered high-risk jobs. However, that … Read more
Studies have found that young people who perform driving jobs are more likely than others to get injured in a job-related motor vehicle accident. No workplace is completely safe as far as worker injuries and illnesses are concerned. Even seemingly safe workplaces such as offices or retail stores have a risk of injury. However, there are … Read more
Occupational exposure to asbestos can cause serious illnesses, including mesothelioma, a type of cancer that results from asbestos exposure. In recent years, asbestosis has become more prevalent and litigation and compensation claims related to it have become quite common. There are federal guidelines for employers to reduce asbestos exposure and prevent occupational mesothelioma. Preventing Occupational … Read more
Every year, over 2 million Americans report having been a victim of workplace violence. Workplace violence is a real threat facing workers. Employers are expected to take reasonable measures to prevent employees from becoming victims of violence. Failure to do so may invite OSHA citations. Violation of Safety Standards The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) fined an employer $7,000 for … Read more
Assault, battery, and other forms of violence are a leading cause of work-related injuries among healthcare workers. Healthcare workers do the important work of caring for people’s health. It is unfortunate that they have to face violent behavior at the hands of patients. Assault, battery and other forms of violent attacks are one of the leading causes of … Read more
New, improved and more ergonomic personal data terminals, may help prevent carpal tunnel syndrome in the workplace. Carpal tunnel syndrome (CTS) is most commonly associated with repetitive stress injury (RSI). It is often work related and a result of continuous and repetitive motion of a group of muscles. In some cases, it is caused by … Read more