Missouri Workers’ Compensation Attorney James Hoffmann provides answers and resources for work related injuries in Missouri.
If you have been injured on the job, you have a right to receive compensation for medical expenses and lost wages. Work-related injuries can be serious and crippling. They may result in permanent disability depending on the seriousness of the injury and the body part affected by it. Employees suffering from work-related injuries should consult a … Read more
Work-related knee injuries can be disruptive and debilitating. An injured employee may need help receiving their workers’ compensation benefits. A kneeย injury resulting from a work-related accidentย may prevent employees from performing their responsibilitiesย for a number of days or even weeks, depending on the degree and seriousness of the injury. An injured employeeย may wish toย consult a Missouri … Read more
Studies indicate that benzene exposure increases the risk of cancer and other diseases. Benzene is among the most commonly used chemicals in United States. It is a colorless, flammable liquid with a sweet odor. It is present in its natural state in gasoline and crude oil and is used as a starter material for various … Read more
Construction workers have one of the most dangerous occupations in the U.S. Construction workers do the important job of maintaining infrastructures and erecting newย structures. It is described as one of the most dangerous occupations in the U.S., as workers have to work at heights, using heavyย andย dangerous equipment. They also have to deal with toxic chemicals … Read more
Work Injuries involving sprains, strains, and muscle tears should be covered under Workers’ Compensation. Workers’ compensation covers various injuries and diseases that occur as a result of your work-related responsibilities. It covers both hard tissue and soft tissue injuries. Many of the injuries reported at the workplace are soft tissue injuries, which affect tendons, ligaments, … Read more
Arthritis and Degenerative Disc Disease are generally covered under Workers’ Comp For the purpose of workers compensation, degenerative disc disease and arthritis usually fall into the category of pre-existing injuries. According to Missouri workers’ compensation law, when a work-related injury reactivates, aggravates, or accelerates a personโs degenerative disc disease or arthritis, he/she has a right … Read more