Missouri Workers’ Compensation Attorney James Hoffmann provides answers and resources for work related injuries in Missouri.
By not reporting your injury, you’re putting yourself in danger in a number of ways. Imagine you’re busy lifting, pushing, or pulling something heavy at work, and, out of nowhere, you feel a sharp pain in your back. It’s so bad that you can barely move. You know you should report the injury, but you … Read more
After a work injury, there are specific forms that must be completed to start the workers’ compensation process. This can be confusing for many injured workers, so we wanted to provide a brief overview of what these forms are and what they entail. Keep in mind, that this is not an exhaustive list but should … Read more
Every year, thousands of railroad workers are injured on the job. Some of these injuries can be quite serious and even life-threatening. In this article, we will discuss seven of the most common injuries that railroad workers encounter while working. We’ve also provided some tips on preventing these injuries from happening. 7 Common Injuries Railroad … Read more
Though many work-related injuries go unreported, it’s always better to report your injury and seek medical attention. On average, around 13 workers die as a result of workplace injuries. That’s more than 4,000 deaths per year. In addition, nearly 3 million workers are injured on the job each year. Sadly, many of these injuries go … Read more
These six common winter injuries are most common in the winter months. Here are some general tips to prevent these injuries. Believe it or not, there are a few specific types of injuries that are more likely to occur during the colder months. This article will discuss some of the most common work-related injuries that … Read more
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