Handling Missouri Workers’ Compensation cases throughout the state, the Law Office of James M. Hoffmann will ensure that your rights are protected.
Slipped and fell at work in Missouri? Learn your rights, what steps to take, and how to file a workers’ comp claim, even if your employer or insurer denies it. A slip, trip, or fall may seem minor in the moment — but for many Missouri workers, these accidents result in serious injuries that disrupt … Read more
Can you file a Missouri workers’ comp claim for wear and tear injuries? Contact us today to schedule a free consultation. When people think about workers’ compensation, they often imagine a sudden accident — a fall, a lifting injury, or a piece of equipment gone wrong. But not all workplace injuries happen in a single … Read more
Your Claim What Does ‘Anticipated MMI Date’ Mean in a Workers’ Comp Claim? MMI is not the end of your claim. It is the moment your claim changes. The anticipated MMI date is a forecast of when a doctor expects your recovery to plateau. On that day, temporary benefits typically stop, a permanent disability rating … Read more
If you’ve been injured in a St. Louis work injury, here’s why choosing a local workers’ compensation attorney can make all the difference. Getting hurt on the job can be overwhelming—especially when your medical bills are piling up, you’re unable to work, and your employer or insurance company is dragging their feet on your workers’ … Read more
If you’ve filed a workers’ compensation claim in Missouri, there’s a chance you could be under surveillance—yes, even if your injury is real. Insurance companies are in the business of minimizing payouts, and one of the tools they often use is hiring private investigators (PIs) to observe injured workers and look for any behavior that … Read more
Overexertion injuries are one of the most common causes of workplace accidents in Missouri. Contact us today to schedule a consultation. Every day in Missouri, hardworking employees push themselves to meet deadlines, lift heavy loads, or keep up with demanding work schedules. Unfortunately, those same efforts can sometimes lead to serious overexertion injuries. When they do, … Read more
