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Hearing Loss on the Job: A Legitimate Missouri Workers’ Comp Claim?

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Don’t ignore workplace hearing loss. Missouri workers’ comp may cover your treatment, wages, and more. Learn your rights now. If you’re experiencing hearing loss due to your job, you’re not alone—and you’re not without options. While hearing damage might not seem as urgent as a broken bone or visible injury, it can devastate your quality … Read more

Updated: April 15, 2025

Can I Reopen My Missouri Workers’ Comp Case After Surgery or New Symptoms?

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Settled your work comp case but need more surgery? Missouri law may let you reopen. Don’t miss your chance—talk to us today, free of charge. If you’ve settled a workers’ compensation case in Missouri and are now experiencing new symptoms or require additional surgery, you may wonder whether you can reopen your case. The good … Read more

Updated: June 4, 2025

Why Concentra and Employer Doctors Might Misdiagnose Your Injury

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Misdiagnosed by Concentra or a company doctor? Learn why it happens and how to protect your workers’ comp rights in Missouri. If you’ve been injured at work in Missouri, chances are your employer sent you to Concentra or another employer-selected doctor. While this might seem routine, it’s essential to understand that these doctors may not … Read more

Updated: April 16, 2025

What Happens if Your Doctor Clears You But Your Employer Disagrees?

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Cleared by your doctor, but your employer won’t let you return to work? Contact The Law Office of James M. Hoffmann Today. Being injured on the job is stressful enough—but the return-to-work process can add even more frustration, especially when your doctor clears you to go back, but your employer disagrees. So, what happens next? … Read more

Updated: March 24, 2025

How Long Do You Have to Report an Injury at Work in Missouri?

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Injured at work in Missouri? You have 30 days to report it—don’t risk losing benefits. Free consultation with St. Louis workers’ comp attorney. Acting quickly is critical if you’ve been injured on the job in Missouri. One of the most critical steps is reporting your injury to your employer as soon as possible. But how … Read more

Updated: March 24, 2025

Hearing Loss from Workplace Noise: Can You Get Workers’ Comp?

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At the Law Office of James M. Hoffmann, we fight for injured workers across Missouri and help them secure maximum compensation. Work-related hearing loss is one of the most common occupational hazards, yet many workers don’t realize they may be eligible for workers’ compensation benefits. If you’ve developed hearing loss due to prolonged exposure to … Read more

Updated: March 14, 2025