Missouri Workers’ Compensation Attorney James Hoffmann provides answers and resources for work related injuries in Missouri.
Accidents involving the failure of mechanical equipment increase as companies work to improve and increase the production process. Every year, thousands of workers are injured in work-related accidents. Some injuries develop gradually as a result of repetitive stress, while other injuries are the direct result of an accident. As workplaces rely more and more on mechanical devices to improve … Read more
Work-related injuries resulting from a fall from a ladder can vary from minor to severe and can even be fatal. Ladder accidents are a common cause of workplace accidents occurring on construction sites. The injuries resulting from a fall from a ladder can vary from minor to severe and can even be fatal. There are … Read more
Among the most serious types of work-related accidents involve heavy machinery and equipment. Equipment accidents can cause severe injuries and render a worker completely disabled for a lifetime. Workers prone to equipment accidents are the ones that operate or work around the following machinery or equipment: motor vehicles forklifts trucks bulldozers backhoes jack stands power tools snow ploughs … Read more
Work-related injuries can be extremely painful; preventing an injured employee from performing day-to-day duties. Work-related injuries, including fractures, muscle strains, and ligament tears can be extremely painful and may adversely affect an employee’s ability to perform his or her daily duties. An injured worker may need to undergo medical treatment, physical therapy, and time off work for recovery. Ligament Tears … Read more
Healthcare professionals do the wonderful job of caring for those who are sick, injured, and need medical help. Medical assistants, nurses, and transportation workers in the healthcare sector play a crucial role in the running of a hospital. Often, they are the first ones to report for duty and are the last ones to leave. … Read more
If a worker is injured by the negligence of another company, the injured worker may have a third-party claim. Workplace accidents are a common occurrence in the United States. While some accidents may cause minor injuries, other accidents, such as fires and explosions can cause serious injuries and even fatalities. Some workplace accidents are caused by the … Read more