Missouri Workers’ Compensation Attorney James Hoffmann provides answers and resources for work related injuries in Missouri.
Construction sites are one of the most dangerous places to work. Construction workers use a variety of power tools and heavy equipment, making construction sites one of the most dangerous workplaces. Construction workers face many risks and are prone to a variety of work-related injuries. Many injuries are serious in nature and require extensive treatment and time … Read more
Some truckers may not be aware that they are not considered an “employee” under Missouri workers’ compensation law. A truck driver may mistakenly believe that he or she is an employee of a company, because they are at the service of that company and do not work anywhere apart from that company. If a trucker suffers any work-related injury, he or she may assume eligibility for workers’ … Read more
If your work comp benefits have been stopped and you still need medical care, a St. Louis work comp attorney can help you. Workers’ compensation benefits are specifically designed to help both the Missouri employee and the employer. The employee is protected from expensive medical costs resulting from a work-related injury, while the employer is protected from potential lawsuits. Reaching Maximum … Read more
Because of a loss of earnings, an injured food processing worker may experience serious financial distress. The roles and responsibilities of food processing workers include operating, maintaining, and cleaning food processing machines, cutting or trimming food items, and ensuring timely delivery of product. Due to the nature of their job, food processing workers often perform repetitive tasks, heavy … Read more
Drowning is a fatal injury that a worker can sustain as a result of a work-related accident. Drowning is the process of suffering respiratory impairment from immersion or submission in liquid. Another term that is commonly used in the context of work-related injuries is near drowning, which refers to a condition that involves water inhalation and unconsciousness … Read more
For more than 30 years, the Law Office of James M. Hoffmann has been protecting the rights of injured workers in St. Louis. We will strive to resolve your claim quickly. Factory workers and assembly line workers, are prone to many serious workplace injuries. Many workers are required to stand on their feet for prolonged periods … Read more