In Missouri, your employer generally has no legal right to attend your workers’ comp medical appointments — even if they’re a qualified medical practitioner. Still, it’s not uncommon for an employer to insist on being present during workers’ comp medical appointments. Why would an employer want to attend an employee’s comp medical appointment? Here’s why: … Read more
While skin illnesses can happen in almost all occupations, some workers are more exposed than others. Let’s discuss the five most common occupational skin illnesses. Did you know that occupational skin diseases are the second most common type of occupational illness in the US? It is estimated that more than 70,000 workers suffer occupational skin … Read more
Working long hours from home can increase your chances of suffering from a repetitive stress injury. Many people were ecstatic when they heard they could now work from the comfort of their homes, following the start of the COVID-19 pandemic. However, these work-from-home measures introduced new challenges for employees, including anxiety and loneliness. Not surprisingly, … Read more
Over 16 million Americans have Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) and close to 160,000 Americans die every year due to the condition. Sadly, this condition can affect anyone, especially if they work in environments that expose them to harmful gases. Worse still, this condition has no cure, and workers suffering from it must generally use … Read more
According to recent workplace stress statistics, about 83% of US workers suffer from work-related stress. However, despite the high prevalence of mental illnesses in the workplace, many myths about the condition still exist. Here are just five of the common myths about occupational mental illnesses and how you can seek compensation. 1. Work-Related Mental Illnesses … Read more
If you were injured at work and want to pursue your workers’ comp claim, you don’t have to do it alone. The Law Office of James M. Hoffmann is here for you. The United States workforce is brimming with young and energetic youth eager to attend to the country’s growing work demand. About 54.4% of … Read more