The Most Common Workplace Injuries for First-Year Employees

Work Injury Lawyer St. Louis

If you’re new to your job and have suffered a workplace injury, contact the Law Office of James M. Hoffmann to discuss your case. Did you know that employees working their first-year account for 35% of all workplace injuries? This is an unsurprising statistic, considering their lack of experience, anxiety, and general recklessness of new … Read more

Updated: June 20, 2025

Do You Work Around Water? Be Careful of These Potential Hazards

Water Related Work Injuries

If you’ve suffered a work injury due to an accident with water, contact our workers’ comp attorneys to schedule a free case evaluation. Water is essential for running day-to-day work operations. Some companies use tens of thousands of gallons of water daily, while others only need water for cleaning and hydration. Unfortunately, water hazards exist … Read more

Updated: June 20, 2025

The Process of Claiming Workers’ Compensation for Chondromalacia in Missouri

Chondromalacia

If you have been diagnosed with chondromalacia resulting from job-related activities, you have the right to pursue a workers’ compensation claim in Missouri. Workers’ compensation claims can be intricate, especially when related to a condition like chondromalacia. In Missouri, workers suffering from this medical condition due to job-related duties may be eligible for compensation. This … Read more

Updated: June 15, 2023

Navigating Missouri Workers’ Compensation Claims for Bursitis Injuries

Missouri Workers Compensation Claims for-Bursitis Injuries

Bursitis can be debilitating, impacting your ability to work and quality of life. Speak with a Missouri workers compensation attorney 24/7 at (314) 361-4300. Workers in Missouri often find themselves in physically demanding jobs. Consequently, the risk of developing conditions such as bursitis, a painful inflammation of the bursae, increases. Repetitive, strenuous tasks often trigger … Read more

Updated: June 15, 2023

How to Claim Workers’ Compensation for a Broken Hip in St. Louis

broken hip x-ray

A broken hip is a severe injury, and you deserve adequate compensation for your suffering and lost wages. Speak with a workers’ compensation lawyer 24/7 at (314) 361-4300. A serious workplace injury, like a broken hip, can significantly disrupt your life. Not only can it cause immense pain, but it might also lead to extensive … Read more

Updated: June 15, 2023

St. Louis Work Comp: Your Safety Net After a Work Injury

Work Comp Attorney St. Louis

After a work injury, you need your workers’ comp to kick in and cover your costs for doctor’s visits, medication, physical therapy, and lost wages. But this can be challenging. Imagine it’s another day at work—the usual humdrum of activities, the familiar routine. Then, in a split second, everything changes. An unexpected accident, a work-related … Read more

Updated: May 27, 2023