Tag: hearing loss

Occupational Hearing Loss: Are You Eligible for Workers’ Comp?

October 9, 2025October 2, 2025 by Law Office of James M. Hoffmann

We’ve helped workers across Missouri—factory employees, construction laborers, and airport staff—secure the compensation they deserve for permanent hearing loss. Hearing loss is a serious and often overlooked occupational hazard. For workers in manufacturing, construction, warehousing, and other noisy environments, repeated exposure to loud sounds can result in permanent hearing damage—impacting not just job performance, but … Read more

Updated: October 9, 2025

Hearing Loss on the Job: A Legitimate Missouri Workers’ Comp Claim?

April 15, 2025April 14, 2025 by Law Office of James M. Hoffmann

Concerned Missouri construction worker adjusting ear protection on job site with safety sign and equipment in background.

Don’t ignore workplace hearing loss. Missouri workers’ comp may cover your treatment, wages, and more. Learn your rights now. If you’re experiencing hearing loss due to your job, you’re not alone—and you’re not without options. While hearing damage might not seem as urgent as a broken bone or visible injury, it can devastate your quality … Read more

Updated: April 15, 2025

Hearing Loss from Workplace Noise: Can You Get Workers’ Comp?

March 19, 2025 by Law Office of James M. Hoffmann

hearing loss workers compensation missouri

At the Law Office of James M. Hoffmann, we fight for injured workers across Missouri and help them secure maximum compensation. Work-related hearing loss is one of the most common occupational hazards, yet many workers don’t realize they may be eligible for workers’ compensation benefits. If you’ve developed hearing loss due to prolonged exposure to … Read more

Updated: March 14, 2025

Missouri Workers’ Compensation for Hearing Loss

February 27, 2025 by Law Office of James M. Hoffmann

Yes. Missouri workers’ compensation law benefits employees who suffer job-related hearing loss. Contact us today to schedule. Work-related hearing loss is one of the most common occupational injuries in the U.S., particularly for workers in construction, manufacturing, transportation, and other high-noise industries. Many employees don’t realize hearing damage caused by workplace conditions qualifies for workers’ … Read more

Updated: February 20, 2025

6 Things Employers Can Do to Prevent Occupational Hearing Loss

April 24, 2023April 17, 2023 by Law Office of James M. Hoffmann

manufacturing worker with hearing protection

Prevent hearing loss in the workplace by implementing a hearing conservation program, reducing noise, scheduling breaks, providing PPE, and openly discussing noise safety. Occupational hearing loss, as the name implies, is damage to the inner ear from noise or vibrations that lead to partial or complete loss of hearing. Exposure to loud noise in the … Read more

Updated: April 24, 2023

Missouri Workers’ Compensation and Loss of Hearing

November 26, 2024December 8, 2022 by Law Office of James M. Hoffmann

Work-related hearing loss can affect a worker’s ability to perform even basic tasks. Hearing loss occurs when there is a problem with how the ear detects or processes sound. It can range from mild to severe and affect one or both ears. It can be present at birth or can be acquired later in life. … Read more

Updated: November 26, 2024