Missouri Workers’ Compensation Attorney James Hoffmann provides answers and resources for work related injuries in Missouri.
While not a common occurrence, getting trapped in a walk-in freezer is a dangerous situation that can lead to a serious work-related injury. Walk-in freezers are a staple in many businesses. They keep food cold and fresh, making them an essential piece of equipment for any company that sells or prepares food. However, these large … Read more
According to the National Safety Council, workers who suffer cuts and lacerations in the workplace get an average of 10 days of job restriction after the injury. Most of these injuries are preventable if safe work practices are employed. However, even minor cuts require medical treatment to avoid infections. In this post, our St. Louis … Read more
Work-related muscle strains are common among people who work in physically demanding environments. The human body is made up of 35-40 percent muscle. There are hundreds of muscles and soft tissue layers in the body. Muscle strains are common among people who work in physically demanding environments. However, work-related muscle strain can occur in any … Read more
Food preparation injuries may not be too common, but when they do occur, the injuries are often serious and require urgent treatment. In 2013, around 4,000 work-related slicer and grinder accidents occurred across the U.S. While some injuries were minor, many others caused serious injury such as amputations and permanent disability. Because meat grinding and food slicer accidents are … Read more
Approximately 22 million workers in the U.S. are exposed to occupational noise resulting in hearing impairment or loss. People are exposed to all sorts of hazards at the work place – some more hazardous and severe than others. In acknowledgement of Workers Memorial Day on 28th April, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDCP) devoted its … Read more
Arthroscopic surgery has become a treatment of choice for many work-related orthopedic injuries. Workers are prone to a variety of injuries at the workplace. While many work-related injuries are minor and require minimal treatment, other injuries are serious and require extensive and prolonged treatment. Such injuries can leave a worker unable to attend work for a long time. Injuries that involve damage to … Read more