Missouri Workers’ Compensation Attorney James Hoffmann provides answers and resources for work related injuries in Missouri.
Workers’ compensation claims are most prevalent in these six industries – understanding their unique risks can help you work more safely. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, rates of on-the-job illness and injury have dropped for the past 13 years. While this is something to celebrate, many sectors continue to experience inherently alarming injury … Read more
In many cases, you can work while on workers’ compensation. However, you should understand the work restrictions you may be subject to. Many injured workers wonder if they can work while on workers’ compensation. Unfortunately, the answer is not always cut and dry. This article will discuss some important questions that are raised, including: Are … Read more
Working long hours can take a toll on your life. It can affect your work-life balance and cause physical and mental health problems. There’s no question that working long hours can be both physically and mentally exhausting. This article will discuss what it means to be “overworked” and whether or not it qualifies for workers’ … Read more
Although a broken nose may not seem like a big deal, it can actually be quite painful and debilitating. OSHA reports that every year, nearly three million workers in the United States suffer from on-the-job injuries. And while some of these injuries are minor, others can be quite serious—even life-threatening. One common type of workplace … Read more
Work-related eye injuries cause workers to lose an average of two working days. Scores of people are injured at work every day in St. Louis, and a portion of them fall prey to eye injuries. What makes these damages so severe is that they sometimes lead to blindness. Even when they don’t, they are very … Read more
No job is 100% safe, no matter how “safe” it may seem. This article will discuss some of the most common injuries in “non-dangerous” jobs and ways to stay safe at work! Which Occupations Are Considered “Non-Dangerous Jobs”? Generally speaking, any job that doesn’t involve a lot of manual labor or working with dangerous machinery … Read more