Missouri Workers Compensation and Personal Injury Topics are discussed by James M. Hoffmann.
In the U.S., heart disorders are responsible for more deaths than any other disease. Exposure to certain environmental conditions can cause or aggravate heart disease. Whether or not you qualify for workers’ compensation benefits for a heart disorder can be a complicated matter. It is often difficult to prove that a heart disorder is a result of workplace conditions. In … Read more
Roofing workers need to be extremely cautious during the sweltering heat of summer months. Roofing is not an easy or pleasant job on any day and during the summer months it becomes even more difficult. It been compared to working in a blast furnace. The biggest threat is that of heat-related injuries; however, there are other hazards … Read more
Spondylolysis may develop because of sudden trauma, repetitive motion, or regular stress on the spine. Spondylolysis or spondylolisthesis are conditions that can occur at any age, affecting nearly 4-6 percent of the American population. Spondylolisthesis occurs when a vertebrae in the lumbar region slips forward and shifts out of its original place. This can put pressure … Read more
The construction industry has been cited as one of the most hazardous industries to work in. Whether it is a small DIY project carried out by a homeowner or a huge contract undertaken by a big builder, construction sites present a number of dangers to those working and requires a strict vigilance to reduce accidents. (Learn more … Read more
Back injuries are among the most common musculoskeletal disorders and are also the most expensive. Any job that requires forceful movements, heavy lifting, awkward postures, and walking on slippery surfaces can cause serious injuries to the back. Back injuries can cause the ligaments holding the bones in the back together to change and eventually impair movement. … Read more
Each year, nearly 30 million people in the U.S. are exposed to hazardous noise levels at their workplace. Thousands of workers each year suffer from hearing loss due to dangerous work-related noise levels. There are many industries in which occupational hearing loss is highly prevalent. A recent study by the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) … Read more