Missouri Workers Compensation and Personal Injury Topics are discussed by James M. Hoffmann.
If employees don’t handle heavy equipment correctly, there’s a chance they might get injured and sometimes even suffer fatal injuries. Heavy equipment is a staple for many businesses, especially those in the construction and mining industry. Unfortunately, working with heavy equipment comes with its fair share of risks. If employees don’t handle the equipment correctly, … Read more
Like other workers, janitors are also prone to various workplace injuries. Here are five of the most common risks they face. Janitors may be the last people you’d think would suffer from a workplace injury. Working as a janitor may seem pretty safe except for the occasional slip and fall. However, contrary to popular belief, … Read more
Occupation lung diseases often result from repeated and long-term exposure to harmful substances and can occur in various occupations. Occupational lung diseases rank among the most common work-related illnesses. These illnesses often result from repeated and long-term exposure to harmful substances and can occur in just about any occupation or industry. Let’s take a closer … Read more
Workplace injuries are pretty common during the holiday season for plenty of reasons. Here are a few of the most common causes. The holidays are here in full swing, which means it’s once again time for presents, decorations, and time with family. Unfortunately, aside from the cold, many employers and employees have to grapple with … Read more
Pest exterminators are often exposed to physical, ergonomic, chemical, and biological hazards that could adversely affect them, resulting in injuries or death. While some jobs are generally safe, others are quite dangerous, such as pest control. Pest exterminators are constantly exposed to physical, ergonomic, chemical, and biological hazards that could adversely affect them and cause … Read more
Here are four essential things the IME doctor will typically want to know after a work-related orthopedic injury. After suffering a work-related orthopedic injury, your employer’s insurer may request that you undergo an independent medical examination (IME) with their doctor. This is usually a one-time exam meant to help the insurer determine the nature and … Read more