Missouri Workers’ Compensation Attorney James Hoffmann provides answers and resources for work related injuries in Missouri.
Logging ranks among the most dangerous jobs in the country. Here are five common accidents and how to minimize your risk. According to the Center for Disease Control and Prevention, the logging industry accounted for more than 95,000 injuries and 70 deaths in 2010. Logging ranks among the most dangerous jobs in the country. This … Read more
Construction workers are often exposed to falling debris. Here are five common injuries that can occur as a result. Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) regulations recommend that building tools and equipment that are not in use should be secured against accidental displacement. Sadly, these construction site safety rules frequently get ignored, thereby exposing construction … Read more
A back injury can render you immobile, unable to work or perform your daily activities. The cost of recovery can also take a toll on your finances.ย Back injuries are some of the most common musculoskeletal injuries that occur on the job. And are often caused by heavy lifting, repetitive tasks, or sitting at a … Read more
Excessive occupational vibration exposure has been shown to cause severe injuries and health conditions. Every day, millions of workers are exposed to vibration due to heavy machinery and tools. Unfortunately, excessive occupational vibration exposure has been shown to cause severe injuries and health conditions. Occupational vibrations are usually classified into two general types: 1. Whole … Read more
Every employer and employee should make it a priority to ensure the workplace is safe and cuts and lacerations are prevented. Around 30% of all annual work-related injuries in the country are cuts and lacerations. These injuries are devastating to employees and employers, especially in small organizations where employees are forced to take up new … Read more
Workplace injuries don’t just affect the injured party; they also significantly impact the victim’s family. Here are three important ways workplace injuries impact families. According to Workplace Injury Data and Statistics, there were a total of 90,956 work injury incidents last year alone in the state of Missouri. Sadly, occupational accidents are an all-too-familiar part … Read more