Missouri Workers’ Compensation Attorney James Hoffmann provides answers and resources for work related injuries in Missouri.
Although a broken nose may not seem like a big deal, it can actually be quite painful and debilitating. OSHA reports that every year, nearly three million workers in the United States suffer from on-the-job injuries. And while some of these injuries are minor, others can be quite serious—even life-threatening. One common type of workplace … Read more
Work-related eye injuries cause workers to lose an average of two working days. Scores of people are injured at work every day in St. Louis, and a portion of them fall prey to eye injuries. What makes these damages so severe is that they sometimes lead to blindness. Even when they don’t, they are very … Read more
No job is 100% safe, no matter how “safe” it may seem. This article will discuss some of the most common injuries in “non-dangerous” jobs and ways to stay safe at work! Which Occupations Are Considered “Non-Dangerous Jobs”? Generally speaking, any job that doesn’t involve a lot of manual labor or working with dangerous machinery … Read more
Workers with physically demanded jobs are often at an increased risk for work-related injuries. Here are seven tips to help you stay healthy and avoid injuries. Whether you’re a construction worker, a farmhand, a factory worker, or a mover, if your job is physically demanding, you know that it can be tough on your body. … Read more
Being an animal clinic worker has its perks, especially if you are an animal lover. However, being an animal clinic worker also comes with its fair share of hazards. At the Law Office of James M. Hoffmann, we have more than three decades of experience handling workers’ compensation claims, and we know what it takes … Read more
All too often, injured iron and steel workers are taken advantage of by their employer or insurance company and end up with much less than they deserve. From climbing great heights, working in hot environments, enduring exhausting hours to being exposed to hazardous materials, ironworkers and steelworkers are at a greater risk of sustaining injuries … Read more