Missouri Workers Compensation and Personal Injury Topics are discussed by James M. Hoffmann.
People may risk developing degenerative bone disease because of their workplace activities. Constant wear and tear can lead to bone and joint degeneration. One way to relieve joint stress is to maintain a healthy weight. However, a person may still be at risk of developing a degenerative bone disease, such as osteoarthritis, because of the activities they … Read more
Epicondylitis may be hard to diagnose because the pain and other symptoms mimic many other conditions. Many work-related injuries are caused by the overuse of muscles due to an accident or the prolonged and repetitive motion of the same set of muscles. One such condition common among workers is epicondylitis, which is a musculoskeletal disorder that involves … Read more
If you are injured at work, paying your medical expenses is only one portion covered by workers’ compensation insurance. Workers’ compensation is also expected to pay for any loss of wages due to the injury and the follow-up care that may be required. Long-term aftercare should also be included as part of your claim. If your … Read more
An employee who suffers a work-related brain injury may need extensive treatment and an extended period of time off work for treatment and recovery. A work-related head or brain injury can have life altering consequences for the injured worker. One of the most serious effects of brain trauma is a complication known as intracerebral hemorrhage, which if left untreated … Read more
Sometimes “man’s best friend” will act in an unpredictable way and injure a person without being provoked and with no warning. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), 4.7 million people are bitten by dogs each year. More than 380,000 of these victims need emergency medical treatment. Some severe dog bite injuries include … Read more
Are you at risk for a work-related injury? Every employee is entitled to a safe workplace, but unfortunately, some employers fail to adhere to workplace safety norms. As a result, many workers are injured every year. Almost every workplace in the United States poses some type of risk to an employee. What are the most common causes of … Read more