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
The Law Office of James M. Hoffmann represents injured workers throughout Missouri. If your doctor has told you that you’ve reached “maximum medical improvement,” you may be wondering what that means for your workers’ compensation case. The short answer is yes: MMI has a significant effect on your settlement. Understanding how and why can help … Read more
If you’ve been hurt on the job in Missouri and you’re weighing a settlement, future medical care deserves a careful look. When an injured worker starts talking about a settlement, the conversation often focuses on one number: the lump sum for the injury itself. But there’s another piece that can affect your long-term financial security … Read more
Here’s what retaliation actually looks like, what your rights are, and what to do if you think it’s happening to you. You reported a work injury. You filed — or are thinking about filing — a workers’ compensation claim. And now something feels off. Your hours have been cut. Your supervisor is suddenly cold. You’ve … Read more