Handling Missouri Work Comp cases throughout the state, the Law Office of James M. Hoffmann will ensure that your rights are protected.
Most injured workers want to get better, settle their case, return to work, and move on with their life. We understand that dealing with insurance companies can be tough. However, it is important not to settle your case too early. On the other hand, it is important not to procrastinate completing required paperwork. Here are some tips to … Read more
While there are employee rules regarding safety standards in the workplace, there are also rules in place for the employer. Providing workers’ compensation insurance can be financially taxing on a Missouri business. Premiums are high and rise each time a claim is filed. To offset these costs, many businesses have taken steps to provide comprehensive on-the-job … Read more
As an injured Missouri worker, it is important to avoid doing anything that would cost you your workers compensation benefits. After being injured on the job and filing for workers compensation, you may feel that once you start receive your benefits you are in the clear. This is not the case, and if you … Read more
What options are available if your employer denies your workers’ compensation claim? There are some denials that are valid, such as when a claim is filed fraudulently; however, many workers’ comp claims are legitimate. If your workers’ compensation claim has been denied, you are allowed by law to fight for your benefits through an appeals process. A Missouri workers’ compensation … Read more
A worker may assume that a cartilage injury is just part of the job; however, these types of injuries may qualify an injured worker for workers’ compensation benefits. Missouri workers are prone to a wide variety of work-related injuries. While some injuries are a result of a sudden accident such as a machinery accident or a fall accident, there … Read more
A work-related injury can change your life and during this difficult time, your employer may deny your workers’ compensation claim. Workplace injuries are far too common than many people think. Work-related injuries do not just occur at high-risk workplaces such as mines or construction sites, they also occur in office settings. An injury can change the … Read more