Handling Missouri Workers’ Compensation cases throughout the state, the Law Office of James M. Hoffmann will ensure that your rights are protected.
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
If your employer won’t file your claim, don’t wait—you can take legal action to ensure you receive the benefits you’re entitled to. In Missouri, workers’ compensation laws are designed to protect injured employees by covering medical expenses, lost wages, and disability benefits. However, some employers illegally refuse to file claims to avoid increased insurance costs … Read more
Yes. Missouri workers’ compensation law benefits employees who suffer job-related hearing loss. Contact us today to schedule. Work-related hearing loss is one of the most common occupational injuries in the U.S., particularly for workers in construction, manufacturing, transportation, and other high-noise industries. Many employees don’t realize hearing damage caused by workplace conditions qualifies for workers’ … Read more