Handling Missouri Workers’ Compensation cases throughout the state, the Law Office of James M. Hoffmann will ensure that your rights are protected.
If you’ve been injured on the job in Missouri, one of the most critical things to understand is the workers’ comp filing deadlines. Missing the deadline could mean losing your right to benefits, including medical treatment, wage replacement, and disability compensation. So, how long do you have to file a workers’ comp claim in Missouri? … Read more
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
Getting injured at work is stressful enough—but what if your employer lies about your injury to avoid paying compensation benefits? Getting injured at work is stressful enough—but what if your employer lies about your injury to avoid paying workers’ compensation benefits? Unfortunately, some employers mislead, deny, or manipulate the facts to protect their interests and … Read more
Missouri workers’ comp laws protect injured workers, but insurers and employers often make the process challenging. If you’ve been injured on the job in Missouri, you may assume that workers’ compensation benefits are guaranteed. Unfortunately, misconceptions and misinformation often lead workers to make costly mistakes that delay or disqualify them from receiving benefits. If you’ve … Read more
Is your Missouri workers’ comp claim “under investigation”? Here’s how to protect your rights and avoid denied benefits. After suffering a workplace injury in Missouri, you expect the workers’ compensation system to provide prompt medical care and financial support. However, many injured workers instead hear that their claim is “under investigation” or “pending investigation”—leaving them … Read more
Understanding how returning to work affects your workers’ compensation benefits is crucial. Contact us today to schedule. Returning to work after a workplace injury can be challenging for injured workers in Missouri. You may wonder: Need legal guidance? Call our firm today—we’re ready to help. Can I Return to Work While Receiving Workers’ Compensation in Missouri? … Read more