St. Louis Missouri Work Related Injuries Attorney James M. Hoffmann has recovered over $50,000,000 for his clients.
When you work from home, it is difficult to prove that you were working within the scope of your employment when injured. There are many perks to working out of your house. Whether you are a freelancer, flex-time worker or independent contractor, the advantage is that you can decide to work when you want to. … Read more
It can be difficult to get workers’ compensation benefits to cover wear and tear injuries without the help of a lawyer. When you are an employee, your employer is required to carry workers’ compensation insurance. Employers in the state of Missouri must take out insurance in the event that an employee is injured while on … Read more
A hernia normally occurs in workers involved in physically demanding work. According to WebMd, “A hernia occurs when an organ or fatty tissue squeezes through a weak spot in a surrounding muscle or connective tissue called fascia.” Hernias normally do not resolve on their own, and sometimes require surgery. It can even be life threatening … Read more
It may not be easy to prove that your back injury is work related. The rhomboid muscle is located in the upper back region beneath the neck, between the upper shoulder blades. This muscle helps in controlling the shoulders and arms. Any injury to this muscle can be painful and disabling. The rhomboid muscle is … Read more
If you have suffered a toe injury in a work accident, you may need medical treatment and time off from work. Our toes enable us to walk, balance and help support our body weight. When it comes to maintaining balance, the big toe plays a pivotal role, and it bears almost 90% of our body … Read more
A worker suffering from nerve damage often takes a very long time to recover. Nerve damage is a debilitating outcome of a workplace accident. It can cause chronic pain and seriously limit a person’s ability to work or even perform daily activities. In this article, we will discuss the various work-related cases of nerve damage, … Read more