Law Office of James M. Hoffmann 
Sexual harassment is not covered under the MO work comp laws but there are other ways to receive compensation. Sexual harassment is not covered under the Missouri Workers’ Compensation Law. According to the law, this form of compensation is only applicable if you sustain an injury or get sick “in the course and scope of … Read more
Crane safety is complex, but there are 7 basics that every employer should have in place to keep everyone safe. An incredibly high proportion of cases that St. Louis workers compensation attorneys take involve construction workers. One reason why is their use of cranes, which are very powerful and frequently cause injuries. Employers have an … Read more
Between returning to work, light duty accommodations, disability payments, and changing careers, the price nature of your job matters a great deal after a work injury. A variety of factors go into what your life will look like after a work injury. While your St. Louis workers compensation attorney will be aware of them, it … Read more
Traveling for work can be a fantastic experience, but it also comes with a few risks. Those who travel for work run into a variety of hazards that conventional workers do not. When you think about it, this makes sense, as travelers tend to find themselves in unfamiliar situations. Still, keeping yourself safe while on … Read more
You will play an active role throughout the workers comp process, and especially in making the most crucial decisions regarding your case. Though obtaining benefits after a work injury is a somewhat complicated process, your St. Louis workers compensation attorney should handle most of the logistical aspects of it. That being said, you will play … Read more
If you’re an independent contractor and you’ve been injured on the job, don’t just assume you do not have a right for compensation. Workers Compensation is an insurance system put in place to provide employees with benefits if they get injured on the job. However, freelance employees generally do not benefit from workers compensation. In … Read more