Law Office of James M. Hoffmann 
The US Bureau of Labor Statistics reports that around 5,250 workers died on the job in 2018, with transportation incidents being the main culprit of these deaths at around 40% out of the total. Close behind were incidents involved contact with objects (39%), and workers caught in running equipment and falling. OSHA reports that a … Read more
It’s the season for winter sports, and while some look towards vacation destinations, others are present on the slopes as a regular part of their jobs. Ski instructors have the patience and know-how to teach just about anyone how to adopt this sport safely. But even so, it doesn’t mean they are safe from harm. … Read more
If you are experiencing ongoing pain and/or other symptoms, this can make it difficult for your doctor to approve your return to work. Even after receiving good medical treatment, many people experience lingering pain and problems after suffering a back injury in the workplace. Many back injuries require an employee to take time off from … Read more
One study found that 44% of all workers’ compensation claims in 2016 had at least one prescription for opioids for injured workers. The opioid crisis is on everyone’s minds. It slowly began to build in the 1990’s and has reached a boiling point in recent years. It’s estimated that over 70,000 drug overdose deaths in … Read more
Some reports estimate that yearly, there are around 1000 faulty drilling equipment accidents. Workers in the oil field face various risks, and unfortunately, many of them stem from working with faulty drilling equipment. These machines should be regularly checked to ensure everyone’s safety on the work site, but some issues may be overlooked. Over time, … Read more
It’s not uncommon, or illegal, for an insurance company to hire a private investigator to follow employees who have filed for workers’ comp benefits. Most workers think that after they file a worker’s comp claim, all they have to do beyond that is wait and get the treatment they need. Unfortunately, things are not always … Read more