Law Office of James M. Hoffmann 
When a business closes its doors, many employees are affected, including workers receiving workers’ compensation due to injuries suffered in the workplace. Understandably, the injured worker may wonder what will happen to their workers’ comp benefits. “Are My Benefits Safe?“ Yes. Generally, your workers’ comp benefits are safe in the event of a closure. You’ll … Read more
Workplace emergencies occur in many ways. While some are common in specific industries, others are more general and common in almost all workplaces. Let’s discuss common workplace emergencies, ways to minimize the risk of injuries, and what to do if you are injured. Common Workplace Emergencies According to the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), … Read more
Your Claim At My Workers’ Compensation Deposition, What Questions Will I Be Asked? The questions are predictable. The stakes are not small. Preparation is everything. If you are asked to give a deposition in your workers’ compensation case, it is because opposing counsel wants to learn what you know, and lock in your testimony, before … Read more
OSHA has coined the phrase “Fatal Four” to describe the construction industry’s most dangerous types of accidents. Each year work accidents lead to serious injuries. Depending on the occupation type, you might face catastrophic harm or even lose a loved one. If you have lost someone due to a work accident, we are very sorry … Read more
Each year, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and other federal agencies publish the latest workplace injury statistics. No matter what you do for a living or where you work in the U.S., there is always a chance that you will get injured on the job. Workers in all types of occupations get injured … Read more
The answer often depends on the type of light-duty work offered and whether or not your doctor thinks you can handle it. While you are healing from work-related injuries, you may not be able to get back to your old job. However, employers are encouraged to offer light-duty tasks to injured employees while they are … Read more
