Missouri Workers’ Compensation Attorney James Hoffmann provides answers and resources for work related injuries in Missouri.
If you start to feel tingling, stiffness, or strange aches that weren’t there before, don’t brush them off. Repetitive injuries—also known as repetitive strain injuries (RSIs)—often develop slowly, making it easy to overlook the warning signs until they disrupt your ability to work or perform daily tasks. But catching these symptoms early can make all … Read more
Injured at work? Learn when Missouri workers’ comp covers surgery, when it doesn’t, and how to fight denials to get the medical care you need. If you’ve been injured at work in Missouri and your doctor recommends surgery, you may wonder if workers’ compensation will cover the procedure. In many cases, the answer is yes, … Read more
Work-related disc injuries like herniated or bulging discs can cause lasting pain. Discover what Missouri workers’ comp settlements may cover for your recovery. Back and spine injuries are among the most debilitating workplace injuries, and disc injuries are severe. Whether from lifting heavy objects, slips and falls, or repetitive strain, disc injuries can leave workers … Read more
Forced to return after a neck injury? Know your Missouri workers’ comp rights, protect your health, and fight back against unsafe employer pressure. Suffering a neck injury at work can be both painful and debilitating. Unfortunately, some Missouri workers face another stressful challenge: being pressured or forced by their employer to return to work before … Read more
Not sure if you can reopen your Missouri back injury claim? Discover your legal options and deadlines from a trusted workers’ comp attorney. Work-related back injuries are among the most common reasons Missouri employees file for workers’ compensation. While many claims are resolved through settlements or benefits awards, situations sometimes arise where an injured worker … Read more
Employer not reporting your Missouri work injury? This could delay or deny your workers’ comp benefits. Contact us today. Getting hurt at work is stressful enough. But what happens when your employer ignores your injury, or worse, refuses to report it to the insurance company? Under Missouri law, your employer is required to report workplace … Read more