Law Office of James M. Hoffmann 
In order to have a third-party liability case, your accident and injuries must be at least partially due to someone other than you or your employer. The most common workers’ compensation case is generally straightforward. An employee is injured at work during a typical work activity, they file a claim with their employer, and then … Read more
An employer cannot legally take action against you unless they have reasons that are unrelated to your claim. Getting injured at work is a painful experience on its own. You have to deal with the injury itself, lifestyle changes that may come from it, and the complicated process of obtaining workers’ compensation. What can make … Read more
An occupational illness usually takes a long time to develop, and because of this, is harder to prove. The typical workplace injury, like a broken bone, is usually called a severe, or acute injury. However, these are not the only types of ailments that come from work. There is another category called “occupational illnesses,” which … Read more
While carpal tunnel may entitle you to workers’ compensation, the process of obtaining it is not always straightforward. The world of work injuries and workers’ compensation can be very confusing. In a clear-cut case, such as an accident with a piece of machinery, just about anyone can recognize it. For less obvious conditions, recognition is … Read more
We work with employees from a wide range of industries to pursue the right work comp benefits or to appeal a denial of your injury claim. While nearly every profession experiences workplace injuries and workers’ compensation claims, there are specific jobs that are much more dangerous than others. Interestingly, which professions have the most risk … Read more
Heavy lifting makes up over a third of work-related injuries and poses a serious risk to Missouri workers. Sustaining an injury during heavy lifting is something that has happened to many people, especially those that are middle-aged or older. This can occur while moving, in the gym, or in the workplace. The pain may even … Read more