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What Happens If I Reinjure Myself at Work?

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Reinjured at work in Missouri? Learn your legal rights and what benefits you’re entitled to. Contact us today for a free consultation. Working through an injury can be hard enough, but what if you get hurt again, in the same spot or while still recovering? Here’s what Missouri law says about reinjuries, and what you … Read more

Updated: April 24, 2025

Your Rights After a Workplace Injury in Missouri – What Employers Don’t Tell You

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What your employer won’t tell you after a work injury in Missouri: You’re entitled to more. Learn your rights—call for a free consultation! If you’ve been injured on the job in Missouri, you may assume your employer and their insurance company will guide you through the process and ensure you receive the benefits you deserve. … Read more

Updated: June 3, 2025

Can I Reopen My Missouri Workers’ Comp Case After Surgery or New Symptoms?

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Settled your work comp case but need more surgery? Missouri law may let you reopen. Don’t miss your chance—talk to us today, free of charge. If you’ve settled a workers’ compensation case in Missouri and are now experiencing new symptoms or require additional surgery, you may wonder whether you can reopen your case. The good … Read more

Updated: June 4, 2025

Third-Party Claims in Missouri Workers’ Compensation Cases

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Sometimes, a third party—someone other than your employer—may be responsible for your injury. Workers’ compensation is designed to provide medical benefits and wage replacement to employees who suffer workplace injuries. When a third party is involved, you may have the right to file a third-party claim and receive workers’ comp benefits. A third-party claim allows you to … Read more

Updated: April 8, 2025

How Long Do You Have to File a Workers’ Comp Claim in MO?

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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

Updated: March 24, 2025

Hearing Loss from Workplace Noise: Can You Get Workers’ Comp?

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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

Updated: March 14, 2025