Missouri Workers’ Compensation Attorney James Hoffmann provides answers and resources for work related injuries in Missouri.
Employees that are injured in a “caught in or between” accident are often confused about their rights under Missouri workers’ compensation. Many types of work may involve some kind of a risk. Workers in the construction industry are particularly susceptible to work-related injuries. The most common type of accident associated with the construction industry is being caught in … Read more
An occupational illness differs from a workplace injury, but is still covered by workers’ compensation insurance. An occupational illness is an identifiable disease that arises during the course of employment that would not have occurred if not for the job. There must be a direct correlation between the disease and a known risk associated with … Read more
If a worker cannot perform daily work without pain, he or she may be suffering from a repetitive stress injury. Different types of injuries, irrespective of the cause and fault, are covered by workers’ compensation. A workplace injury can leave a person incapable of returning to work for weeks or even months. If a worker cannot perform daily work without pain, he or she … Read more
Workplace safety should be a priority for all employers. However, there are employers who do not closely follow standard safety regulations, putting their employees at risk for injury. Employers have the responsibility to ensure that their workplace and its surroundings are safe and hazard-free. However, there are employers who do not adhere to the OSHA safety regulations. There are thousands … Read more
Many individuals suffer injuries due to exposure to hazardous chemicals at work. The legal remedies for these cases are a workers’ compensation claim or a personal injury lawsuit. The right legal remedy for the situation is determined by the source of the toxic chemical and the person or persons managing the work site where the accident happened. … Read more
What type of challenges may you face collecting workers’ compensation benefits? In an ideal case scenario, an injured worker would receive medical benefits, temporary disability payments, and lump sum payment for permanent disability without the help of a workers’ compensation lawyer. However, the assistance of an experienced Missouri workers’ compensation lawyer can be beneficial in … Read more