We are St. Louis Workers Compensation Attorneys that have recovered over $50,000,000 for our clients. St. Louis Workers Compensation Attorney, James M. Hoffmann, discusses important local St. Louis Workers Compensation related topics.
An employee was stuck onย a conveyor belt and crushed to death. A year later, a similar accident was reported. The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) sets regulations, inspects, and ensures the provision of a safe and healthy work environment to the working class of America. They investigateย fatal workplace accidents and examine the circumstancesย causingย aย workerโs death. … Read more
While most of us would not think of nail salon work as a high risk job, the reality is that these workers are exposed to dangerous chemicals on the job. Nail salons are extremely popular among those who love to pamper themselves with a pedicure or manicure. This industry continues to grow, even though many … Read more
Our St. Louis work injury attorney helps individuals who get injured at work and whoย qualify forย work comp benefits. Nail guns areย a convenient tool that is used in the construction and carpentry industry. Nail guns are also widely used as a home tool and by individuals interested in do-it-yourselfย carpentry and other hobby-related crafts. Nail guns were … Read more
Every year taller buildings are being constructed – iron workers face aย more dangerous jobย than ever. Modern buildingย constructions are touching the skies. With taller and larger-than-life structures constructed every year, iron workers face aย more dangerous job and a higher risk for injury or even death.ย In 2010, there were about 59,800 iron-and-steel jobs in the U.S., of … Read more
Each year, the number of new building construction continues to increase. Building collapses do not happen often; however, they are extremely dangerous to the people working in the vicinity, passers-by, and construction workers. Building collapses can cause damage, injuries, and even loss of life. Types of Building Collapses There are three types of building collapses: A poorly constructed building, … Read more
The veterinarian industry presents unique challenges and hazards to its employees. Providing a safe work environment is the responsibility ofย every employer in the U.S.ย Some industries and work environments are naturally more demanding and hazardous than others. Veterinary medicine is one such industry where the environment can pose potential health risks to employees. Veterinarians, veterinarian technicians,ย office … Read more