Missouri Workers’ Compensation Attorney James Hoffmann provides answers and resources for work related injuries in Missouri.
Given the nature of home improvement stores, their employees see their fair share of workplace injuries. Injuries sustained in the workplace are more common than one might think. And home improvement stores are no exception. In fact, given the nature of the work, these stores, in particular, see a fair share of workplace injuries. So, … Read more
OSHA defines Occupational Hazards as “a danger or condition in the work environment that can result in injury, illness, or death.” Work environments are different. From the setting and job description to company culture – each place of employment has its unique set of challenges. And it’s not just the challenges that are different, but … Read more
Cumulative Trauma Disorder (CTD) is a type of injury that occurs when repetitive motions or exposure to vibrations or force over time cause damage to the body. What Exactly is Cumulative Trauma Disorder? Cumulative Trauma Disorder (CTD), commonly referred to as repetitive stress injury (RSI), repetitive motion injury (RMI), or repetitive motion disorder (RMD), is … Read more
Bullying is a menace that is prevalent not just in schools, but in workplaces too. A recent study conducted by the U.S. Workplace Bullying Institute reveals that job-related bullying can cause serious long-term problems for a victim. Cruel treatment at work can lead to temporary or permanent disability among workers. A recent study has suggested that … Read more
In the United States, repetitive motion injuries are one of the leading injuries named in workers’ compensation claims. There is a myth that to receive workers’ compensation benefits, the cause of your injury must result from a single event. For example, a cable installer falling off a ladder or a waiter slipping on an ice … Read more
A hospital is one of the most hazardous places to work. Nurses and nursing assistants statistically have a more dangerous job than workers in construction or manufacturing. Nurses and other healthcare workers suffer workplace injuries and illnesses at almost twice the national average rate. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, there was a total … Read more