Missouri Workers Compensation and Personal Injury Topics are discussed by James M. Hoffmann.
You probably know by now that if you get injured or sick while doing your job, then you can generally receive benefits to help cover the cost of treatment and lost wages. However, what if a loved one suffers a fatal work injury and passes away? Will family members receive compensation for their death? In … Read more
Lead exposure at work can cause serious health issues. Learn your rights to workers’ compensation and seek legal help to protect your health and financial stability. Work-related injuries don’t always happen as a result of an accident. Sometimes, they are caused by working conditions. Such is the case of workers who are exposed to toxic … Read more
Workers’ compensation is a form of insurance that covers injuries suffered by employees in the course of employment while performing work duties. Workers who have accidents or suffer from occupational injuries as a direct consequence of their work conditions can apply for workers’ compensation. Injuries are quite likely to happen for Uber drivers and other … Read more
Overexertion and repetitive physical activity can lead to various injuries, such as wrist tendonitis. Although this condition is quite common, especially in manufacturing and the retail industry, proving causality isn’t always easy. The nature of this injury makes it difficult to tie it to a specific activity, giving the insurance company the opportunity to deny … Read more
Your spine is an amazing thing. You may not realize it, but most of the things you are able to do right now are thanks to your spine, even sitting in your chair to read this article. The spine is also one of the few things in your body designed to be both strong and … Read more
For injured workers with disabilities, worker’s comp may offer lifetime coverage. However, it’s important to figure out first if this is truly the best option for you. Missouri workers can rest assured that if they get injured at work, they are generally entitled to worker’s compensation benefits that will help them financially through their recovery. … Read more