Missouri Workers Compensation and Personal Injury Topics are discussed by James M. Hoffmann.
Machine entanglement injuries happen when an employee is pulled into a running machine by their clothes, hair, jewelry, or body parts. While machines help businesses become more efficient and productive, working with them comes with an inherent risk. According to a report released by the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), machinery accidents account for … Read more
In Missouri, being a member of a workers’ union generally does not affect an employee’s ability to receive and negotiate for workers’ comp benefits. Being a unionized employee in Missouri comes with many benefits, including better pay, job security, and more control of your shifts and working hours. However, are union employees covered by workers’ … Read more
Here are a few things to keep in mind if you are planning on taking a vacation while receiving workers compensation benefits. Going on vacation may seem like a reasonable thing to do if you’re out of work because of a workplace injury. After all, when you’re on a tight work schedule, such opportunities come … Read more
Having your workers’ comp benefits terminated while still nursing work-related injuries can certainly be upsetting and confusing. Being out of work due to an injury is devastating, but when the money that covers your lost wages and medical bills is cut off, the experience can be overwhelming. Here are some frequently asked questions about the … Read more
Here’s what you should know about eye injuries and pursuing workers’ compensation for eye injuries that result in blindness. An injury to your optic nerves, brain, or any part of your eyes can cause blindness. Here’s what you should know about eye injuries and pursuing workers’ compensation for eye injuries that result in blindness. Causes … Read more
Here are 4 common mistakes you should avoid when dealing with your employer’s workers’ comp doctor after a St. Louis work injury. Work-related injuries can be traumatizing. They not only cause physical and emotional pain but can also leave you with high medical bills and sometimes lost wages. While you may be entitled to compensation … Read more