Handling Missouri Workers’ Compensation cases throughout the state, the Law Office of James M. Hoffmann will ensure that your rights are protected.
Employees have a right to expect a certain level of safety in the workplace. How common is workplace violence? Accourding to OSHA, murder is the fourth-leading cause of fatal occupational injuries in the workplace. If you are the victim of a violent act while at work you need to speak with a St. Louis workers’ compensation … Read more
Exposure to toxic and dangerous chemicals at work may result in serious injuries, requiring extensive medical treatment. Glaziers, agriculture workers, packagers, nurses, packers, doctors, and landscapers routinely come in contact with dangerous chemicals as part of their jobs. Some of these employees have suffered severe injuries because of chemical exposure. Chemical burns are a serious type … Read more
Hand-arm vibration syndrome is a work-related illness that causes damage to the nerves and muscles in the hands and arms. Workers in Missouri are exposed to a wide variety of injuries including occupational illnesses and repetitive motion injuries. Hand-arm vibration syndrome is defined as a work-related illness that causes damage to the blood vessels, nerves, muscles, or … Read more
Employees that are injured in a “caught in or between” accident are often confused about their rights under Missouri workers’ compensation. Many types of work may involve some kind of a risk. Workers in the construction industry are particularly susceptible to work-related injuries. The most common type of accident associated with the construction industry is being caught in … Read more
Regardless of the circumstances leading to a work-related injury, an employer is generally exempt from being sued as part of Missouri workers’ compensation statutes. The no-fault insurance was designed to ensure that an injured employee’s medical costs be paid for, while protecting the employer from being held liable for negligence. You can, however, file a personal injury claim if an … Read more
Work-related crane accidents put construction workers at great risk for injury. Cranes and forklifts are used at constructions sites and industrial locations. An operator of these machines should have the necessary skills to operate them since they can be dangerous if not handled properly. Employees who are injured due to a work-related accident caused by a crane or … Read more