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Overexertion Work Injuries and How to Get the Benefits You Deserve

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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

Updated: August 12, 2025

When to Hire a Missouri Workers’ Compensation Attorney

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Not sure if you need a Missouri workers’ comp attorney? Learn the signs that indicate you need legal assistance, and contact us today to schedule. If you’ve been injured on the job in Missouri, you may wonder whether you need a workers’ compensation attorney or if you can handle the claim on your own. While … Read more

Updated: July 3, 2025

Federal Workers Comp vs. Missouri Workers Comp

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If you’ve been injured on the job, the type of workers’ compensation benefits available to you depends largely on who you work for. Contact us today. In the United States, workers’ compensation benefits are governed either by federal law or state law. For workers in Missouri, most claims fall under the Missouri Workers’ Compensation system. … Read more

Updated: July 16, 2025

Do I Qualify for Permanent Partial Disability (PPD) in Missouri?

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Think you qualify for Permanent Partial Disability (PPD) in Missouri? Learn how benefits are calculated and why talking to a workers’ comp attorney can help. Suppose you’ve been injured on the job in Missouri and are left with a lasting impairment. In that case, you may be wondering whether you qualify for Permanent Partial Disability … Read more

Updated: July 3, 2025

Injured at Work in Springfield, MO? What to Do After a Slip and Fall

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Slipped and fell at work in Springfield, MO? Learn what steps to take, what benefits you may qualify for, and how to protect your rights. Slip and fall accidents are among the most common workplace injuries in Missouri, often leading to serious consequences such as fractures, head trauma, or chronic pain. If you’ve experienced a … Read more

Updated: July 3, 2025

Filing a Workers’ Comp Claim for a Rotator Cuff Tear on the Job

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It’s crucial to understand your rights under Missouri workers’ comp law — and to work with an attorney who will advocate for them. At the Law Office of James M. Hoffmann, we know how a rotator cuff injury can derail your life. Whether you work in construction, healthcare, warehousing, or any job that demands heavy … Read more

Updated: July 16, 2025