Missouri Workers Compensation and Personal Injury Topics are discussed by James M. Hoffmann.
The Jones Act protects all workers that contribute to maritime commerce in case of injury during work, from the sailors and the captain of a ship to the dock workers. River, barge, and dock workers in Missouri face risks at work every day. There are number of hazards they encounter such as slick surfaces and … Read more
Exposure to chemicals, including formaldehyde, can increase the risk of developing debilitating conditions. Numerous studies have found a link between exposure to pesticides, asbestos, dyes, solvents, coal or stone dust, and asphalt can cause different types of cancers and other conditions with devastating consequences. Formaldehyde should be on the list too. Numerous workers are exposed … Read more
Some employers may use a few sneaky tactics to lessen the amount of workers comp you’re entitled to or try to avoid paying compensation altogether. Companies have a responsibility to take care of their employees and provide a safe working environment. However, in spite of an employer’s efforts to ensure that proper safety regulations are … Read more
One of the most common, but somehow less talked about work-related injuries is temporary or permanent hearing loss or hearing impairment. Here are some numbers provided by the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH)to help you understand how prevalent this issue is. Hazardous Noises Are More Common Than You Imagine In the hope … Read more
If you work in an environment that forces you to be around smokers, be on the lookout for any symptoms that may indicate a health problem. The purpose of workers compensation insurance is to help employees cover their medical expenses and lost wages when they suffer a work-related injury or illness. It generally doesn’t matter … Read more
The role of insurance adjusters is to save the company money. Your best interests are not their priority. Imagine you hurt your back because of a work-related injury and now you have to spend a few weeks on bed rest to recover. One day, you get a phone call from the insurance adjuster. She is … Read more