Missouri Workers Compensation and Personal Injury Topics are discussed by James M. Hoffmann.
An injury to the rotator cuff can be painful and may limit range of motion. Rotator cuffs are the group of muscles and tendons that connect the bones of the shoulder joint and hold the top part of the arm bone to the shoulder blade. Rotator cuffs allow the shoulders to move. An injury to … Read more
Certain workplaces are especially dangerous for workers. The number of workplace injuries and fatalities have come down significantly since 1970 when the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) came into operation. Since then, the rate of occupational injuries and illnesses have been reduced by 67 percent even though the workforce has nearly doubled. Work-related fatalities have been reduced from 38 worker … Read more
Work-related muscle strains are common among people who work in physically demanding environments. The human body is made up of 35-40 percent muscle. There are hundreds of muscles and soft tissue layers in the body. Muscle strains are common among people who work in physically demanding environments. However, work-related muscle strain can occur in any … Read more
Plumbers and carpet layers are susceptible to work-related ACL tears, because of the constant pressure on their knees. An injury to the anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) is a frequent work-related injury that often requires surgery. Workers’ compensation benefits are available to injured employees to cover the cost of medical care, rehabilitation, and lost wages. ACL … Read more
Unsafe removal of asbestos by unprotected workers is a huge health and safety risk. In spite of the fact that asbestos exposure can cause mesothelioma and lung cancer, it has still not been banned. A recent report by the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) highlights the dangers of unsafe asbestos removal. Unsafe Asbestos Removal Recent investigations … Read more
Burns are among the most serious injuries that a person can suffer in a work-related accident. Burn injuries cause immense pain and permanent disfigurement. Each year, thousands of workers suffer burns in their workplace. Injured workers have to endure tremendous pain, go through prolonged medical treatment, and take extended time off work for recovery. Burns often leave behind … Read more