Missouri Workers Compensation and Personal Injury Topics are discussed by James M. Hoffmann.
We work with employees from a wide range of industries to pursue the right work comp benefits or to appeal a denial of your injury claim. While nearly every profession experiences workplace injuries and workers’ compensation claims, there are specific jobs that are much more dangerous than others. Interestingly, which professions have the most risk … Read more
Heavy lifting makes up over a third of work-related injuries and poses a serious risk to Missouri workers. Sustaining an injury during heavy lifting is something that has happened to many people, especially those that are middle-aged or older. This can occur while moving, in the gym, or in the workplace. The pain may even … Read more
An experienced workers comp attorney can help you get all of the workers compensation benefits you are legally entitled to. If you are ever injured at work, it is in your best interest to speak with a workers comp attorney. Often, workers believe that they can handle their cases alone and that doing so will … Read more
Fatigue can set in due to a variety of circumstances, but the number one culprit is lack of sleep. While the recommended sleep levels have been set to 7-9 hours per night, about 38% of Americans get under 7. Beyond the numbers, many people suffer from poor sleep quality, long work hours, and high stress. … Read more
When you are injured while on the job in the state of Missouri, you are generally entitled to workers’ compensation benefits. Although not based on negligence, meaning that you don’t have to prove that someone else did something to cause your injuries, you do have to be engaged in work-related activities that are both under … Read more
The process you undergo after a workplace injury can be very confusing and frustrating. Workers rarely think about what would happen if they are injured at work. The result of this mindset is that they often do not plan for an injury and do not know what to do when one occurs. When they have … Read more