Missouri Workers Compensation and Personal Injury Topics are discussed by James M. Hoffmann.
Work-related lower back pain is a common cause of occupational disability. Lower back pain is one of the most common problems faced by workers in many industries. According to the U.S. Department of Labor, lower back pain accounts for a third of all work related musculoskeletal injuries resulting in occupational disability. An article published in … Read more
Has a work-related injury left you with a permanent disability? Generally, work-related injuries are covered by workers’ compensation benefits. If those injuries result in disability, permanent or partial, an injured worker can file for permanent partial disability. Injured workers are entitled to benefits including medical expenses for surgery, medication, physical therapy, and reimbursement of lost wages. What is Permanent … Read more
Carpenters are faced with several work-related hazards that increase the risk for injury. Carpentry is among the largest trades in the U.S. Approximately 40 percent of carpenters work as independent contractors and 60 percent are employed in residential or commercial construction companies. Carpenters are faced with several work-related hazards that increase the risk for injury. (Read – United Brotherhood of … Read more
Warehouse workers are exposed to many risks for work-related injuries. Call (314) 361-4300. Accidents in warehouses can occur at any time. According to the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), more than 145,000 people work in 7,000 warehouses across the nation. Each year, around 20,000 workers are injured in forklift accidents and other types of … Read more
Overexertion is among the leading causes of workplace injuries. Overexertion can occur in any profession; however, the chances of becoming overexerted are higher in professions requiring physical labor. While it may not be possible to completely avoid these types of injuries, you can reduce the risk by knowing your physical limitations. What is Workplace Overexertion? As the … Read more
According to the National Safety Council, workers who suffer cuts and lacerations in the workplace get an average of 10 days of job restriction after the injury. Most of these injuries are preventable if safe work practices are employed. However, even minor cuts require medical treatment to avoid infections. In this post, our St. Louis … Read more