Missouri Workers Compensation and Personal Injury Topics are discussed by James M. Hoffmann.
One study found that 44% of all workers’ compensation claims in 2016 had at least one prescription for opioids for injured workers. The opioid crisis is on everyone’s minds. It slowly began to build in the 1990’s and has reached a boiling point in recent years. It’s estimated that over 70,000 drug overdose deaths in … Read more
Some reports estimate that yearly, there are around 1000 faulty drilling equipment accidents. Workers in the oil field face various risks, and unfortunately, many of them stem from working with faulty drilling equipment. These machines should be regularly checked to ensure everyone’s safety on the work site, but some issues may be overlooked. Over time, … Read more
It’s not uncommon, or illegal, for an insurance company to hire a private investigator to follow employees who have filed for workers’ comp benefits. Most workers think that after they file a worker’s comp claim, all they have to do beyond that is wait and get the treatment they need. Unfortunately, things are not always … Read more
Workers compensation laws are managed by the state, not by a federal set of laws, so the rules may be different depending on where you were injured while working. Workers in Missouri may not always be located in Missouri. There are cases where the worker is located in a city along the border or they … Read more
While it is quite possible to suffer psychological trauma after a robbery, proving it will take more evidence. Getting robbed, especially at gunpoint, is a very traumatic experience. Even if this event manages not to leave any physical injuries, it’s still possible for victims to feel the repercussions at a mental and emotional level. And … Read more
Social Security disability benefits are awarded when the injured worker is unable to return to work as a result of their injury or medical state. Knowing exactly how one set of benefits affects the other is essential, especially when it comes to negotiating a settlement for your worker’s comp case. While worker’s compensation is designed … Read more