Missouri Workers’ Compensation Attorney James Hoffmann provides answers and resources for work related injuries in Missouri.
These injuries can be extremely painful, and may adversely affect a person’s ability to perform his/her daily duties. Missouri workers are prone to a wide variety of injuries including fractures, muscle strains, and ligament tears. These injuries can be extremely painful, and may adversely affect a person’s ability to perform his/her daily duties. The worker would also need … Read more
A person may be at risk of developing a degenerative bone disease because of the activities he or she performs in the workplace. Constant wear and tear can lead to degeneration of the bones and joints. One way in which a person can relieve the stress on their joints is to maintain a healthy weight. However, a person … Read more
Epicondylitis may be hard to diagnose because the pain and other symptoms mimic many other conditions. Many work-related injuries are caused by the overuse of muscles due to an accident or the prolonged and repetitive motion of the same set of muscles. One such condition common among workers is epicondylitis, which is a musculoskeletal disorder that involves … Read more
An employee who suffers a work-related brain injury may need extensive treatment and an extended period of time off work for treatment and recovery. A work-related head or brain injury can have life altering consequences for the injured worker. One of the most serious effects of brain trauma is a complication known as intracerebral hemorrhage, which if left untreated … Read more
Are you at risk for a work-related injury? Every employee is entitled to a safe workplace, but unfortunately, some employers fail to adhere to workplace safety norms. As a result, many workers are injured every year. Almost every workplace in the United States poses some type of risk to an employee. What are the most common causes of … Read more
If you have sustained injuries resulting from a chemical exposure while on the job, there are two options for you. Chemical exposure can occur in any employment situation. Workers in factories handling chemicals and other dangerous materials are more prone to toxic exposure; however, office workers have also been exposed to fumes from cleaning agents and … Read more