Handling Missouri Workers’ Compensation cases throughout the state, the Law Office of James M. Hoffmann will ensure that your rights are protected.
Because of the number of workers’ compensation rules and regulations, one small mistake could cost you thousands of d0llars in benefits. Workers’ย compensation was specifically designed to ensure that an injured worker is able to receive treatment at the employerโs expense, yet with the number of rules and regulations surrounding it, one small mistake could cost … Read more
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 whenย there is a dispute about medical treatment or the payment of temporary disability benefits. A temporary hearing is also known as a hardship hearing.ย 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 ofย injuries and illnesses are reported at U.S. workplaces every year. Laborers, truck drivers, nursing aides, custodians, cleaners, and law enforcement officers are the employeesย most commonly injured at work.ย Workersโ compensation insurance normally covers these injuries and illnesses. However, under some circumstances, anย injured worker may have the option to file a lawsuit against theย 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 workersโ compensation insurance company. What are the pros and cons of a settlement offer? Types of Workersโ Compensation Settlements Many states allow negotiations for lump-sum settlements for workers’ compensation claims. If anย employee … Read more
Cubital tunnel syndrome is a type of repetitive stress injury. Carpal tunnel syndrome is aย common repetitive stress injury affectingย 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