Missouri Workers Compensation and Personal Injury Topics are discussed by James M. Hoffmann.
Let’s discuss employer responsibilities for reporting injuries and how you can protect your rights if your employer doesn’t report your injury. If you’ve been injured on the job, the first thing you need to do is file an official incident report with your employer. This ensures you have a “paper trail” for your injury and … Read more
If you have been injured on the job in Missouri due to an OSHA violation, you may be wondering if you are entitled to compensation. OSHA (Occupational Safety and Health Administration) violations are all-too-common in Missouri workplaces. OSHA sets forth standards to prevent worker deaths and injuries by requiring proper safety equipment, training, and hazard … Read more
“1099 employees” are also known as “independent contractors,” meaning they generally own and operate their own business rather than working for an employer. If you work as a 1099 employee or “independent contractor,” and you’re hurt on the job in Missouri, you may be wondering what your rights are. Are you covered by your client’s … Read more
The good news is that the workers’ compensation generally covers injuries caused by fatigue, as long as you prove how the injury is directly related to your work. Fatigue and distracted driving are heavily discussed topics, and most states have a sort of campaign to raise awareness about this problem. However, when it comes to … Read more
If you have been injured on the job, there are two important steps you should take to protect your legal right to workers’ compensation benefits. Getting injured at work can really turn your life upside down. There is a lot to worry about between medical appointments and bills, missed hours of work, and other damages. … Read more
Respiratory and lung illnesses can have a huge impact on your quality of life and future if you suffer from a workplace injury. Fortunately, you may be entitled to workers’ compensation coverage in Missouri if you’ve suffered a lung or respiratory injury. Let’s discuss some common lung injuries sustained in the workplace and what you … Read more