If your Missouri workers’ compensation claim was denied, you still have options — but the deadlines to act can be short. A denial is not the end of your case. Many denied claims are reversed once the right evidence is documented, and the appeal is filed correctly. Call the Law Office of James M. Hoffmann … Read more
Before you pay another medical bill out of pocket, talk directly with Attorney James M. Hoffmann. If you’ve settled your Missouri workers’ compensation claim and you’re still in pain, still seeing a doctor, or worried about a future surgery, you may be wondering whether you can still get medical treatment paid for. The answer depends … Read more
A coworker’s mistake left you hurt. You shouldn’t have to figure out what happens next on your own. You were doing your job. Another worker wasn’t paying attention — or made a careless mistake — and now you’re hurt. Maybe they were operating equipment recklessly, didn’t follow a safety procedure, or simply weren’t watching where … Read more
If you’ve been injured on the job and you believe you’re under surveillance, now is the time to speak with an attorney — not later. If you’ve filed a workers’ compensation claim in Missouri and suspect someone is watching you, photographing you, or following your movements, you’re not imagining things — and you’re not alone. … Read more
Reaching MMI doesn’t mean your workers’ comp case is over. Call us before accepting anything from your employer or their insurer. Many injured workers assume MMI means their case is closed and their benefits stop. That’s not accurate, and believing it can cost you. If you’ve recently been told you’ve reached MMI and you’re unsure … Read more
If your workers’ comp settlement offer seems low, don’t sign it until you’ve spoken with the Law Office of James M. Hoffmann. You were hurt at work. You’ve been dealing with medical appointments, missed paychecks, and the stress of not knowing what comes next. Then the insurance company finally puts a number on the table … Read more