Handling Missouri Workers’ Compensation cases throughout the state, the Law Office of James M. Hoffmann will ensure that your rights are protected.
A question that often arises in workers comp cases is whether the injured worker is an employee or an independent contractor. Generally, an independent contractor is not entitled to workers’ compensation from the company they are doing work for. This comes up most often with construction site accidents and trucking claims, where a large company employs … Read more
A temporary hearing is requested by an employee when there is a dispute about medical treatment or the payment of temporary disability benefits. A temporary hearing is also known as a hardship hearing. Employees undergoing treatment for work-related injuries are entitled to compensation for all medical expenses. The compensation covers prescription medication, medical equipment, and physical rehabilitation. … Read more
Millions of injuries and illnesses are reported at U.S. workplaces every year. Laborers, truck drivers, nursing aides, custodians, cleaners, and law enforcement officers are the employees most commonly injured at work. Workers’ compensation insurance normally covers these injuries and illnesses. However, under some circumstances, an injured worker may have the option to file a lawsuit against the employer. Workers Compensation … Read more
Should you accept a settlement offer for your worker’s compensation claim? Employees who suffer long-term work-related injuries can negotiate a settlement with the workers’ compensation insurance company. What are the pros and cons of a settlement offer? Types of Workers’ Compensation Settlements Many states allow negotiations for lump-sum settlements for workers’ compensation claims. If an employee … Read more
Cubital tunnel syndrome is a type of repetitive stress injury. Carpal tunnel syndrome is a common repetitive stress injury affecting Missouri workers. However, another type of repetitive stress injury is cubital tunnel syndrome. It involves the inner elbow and causes the worker to feel a pressure-triggering sensation in the ulnar nerve, which provides feeling to the ring … Read more
Work-related subdural hematoma injuries may leave an injured worker permanently disabled. What is a Subdural Hematoma Injury? A subdural hematoma injury is when blood accumulates along the tissue layer surrounding the brain. The outermost tissue layer around the brain is called the dura. Subdural hematoma injuries result in bleeding between the dura and arachnoid, which is the next layer … Read more