Missouri Workers Compensation and Personal Injury Topics are discussed by James M. Hoffmann.
If you were injured on the job and your employer or insurance company denies or delays your claim, don’t navigate the process alone. Missouri’s “Exclusive Remedy” Rule is critical to workers’ compensation law. It establishes that workers’ compensation is their only legal recourse against their employer when an employee is injured on the job. In … Read more
If you’re a construction worker and have been injured on the job, you have rights under Missouri workers’ compensation laws. Construction work is one of the most dangerous industries in the United States, with a high rate of workplace injuries and fatalities. Given the risks, workers’ compensation is essential for construction workers who suffer job-related … Read more
Filing your claim before the deadline ensures you don’t lose out on medical care and lost wage benefits. Contact us today. When injured at work in Missouri, understanding the workers’ compensation deadlines is crucial to ensuring you receive the benefits you’re entitled to. Missing a deadline can result in claim denial, lost medical coverage, and … Read more
If your pre-existing condition has worsened due to work and you’re struggling with a denied claim, contact us today. Workers’ compensation is designed to provide financial and medical benefits to employees injured or ill due to their jobs. However, many workers wonder: Can you receive workers’ compensation if you have a pre-existing condition? The short … Read more
At the Law Office of James M. Hoffmann, we have helped injured workers in Missouri recover their rightful benefits. Schedule an appointment today. Receiving a workers’ compensation denial can be frustrating and overwhelming, especially when dealing with medical bills and lost wages. However, a denial does not mean the end of your case. In Missouri, … Read more
Reaching MMI is a significant turning point in your workers’ compensation case. It can significantly impact your benefits. Reaching Maximum Medical Improvement (MMI) is critical in your Missouri workers’ compensation case. It can impact your benefits, settlement amount, and future medical care. Understanding what MMI means and how it affects your workers’ comp claim can … Read more