Missouri Workers’ Compensation Attorney James Hoffmann provides answers and resources for work related injuries in Missouri.
Hard hats should be worn by anyone working in a hazardous environment where there is a risk of head injury, including construction workers, miners, firefighters, & paramedics. Did you know that in the United States, 13 workers die on the job per day, on average? And according to the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), … Read more
Food industry workers are at risk for a variety of injuries including falls, burns, cuts, strains and eye problems. Here are the top five workplace injuries among food industry workers and what you can do to stay safe while on the job. 1. Slips, Trips, and Falls This is the most common type of injury in … Read more
A person suffering from vertigo generally has a sense of dizziness and may feel as if the environment around them is spinning or tilting. Vertigo is a condition generally characterized by dizziness, nausea, and other disorienting symptoms. Unfortunately, this condition has affected nearly 40% of Americans at least once in their lifetime. The good news … Read more
If your case is going to court, it is essential to understand how you should generally behave during a workers’ compensation case. No one ever wants their workers’ comp case to go to court, but it is important to know how to behave if it does. Many things can happen in court, and if you … Read more
Somatic Symptom Pain Disorder is a diagnosis that encompasses a wide range of painful symptoms and is often misunderstood. Somatic Symptom Pain Disorder is generally one of the work-related disorders covered under the Missouri workers’ compensation system. Unfortunately, it is a complex and often misunderstood diagnosis that can seriously impact an employee’s life. If you … Read more
What should you do if the insurance company won’t pay for the recommended medical care? This article discusses your rights as an injured worker and what you can do if the insurance company does not cooperate. If you are having trouble getting the insurance to cover the care you need, don’t hesitate to contact The … Read more