Missouri Workers’ Compensation Attorney James Hoffmann provides answers and resources for work related injuries in Missouri.
If an employee gets injured during the course and scope of their work, they can claim benefits under the workers’ compensation program. An employee can claim disability benefits and compensation for loss of wages and medical expenses. However, there are chances that the employer may dispute the workers’ compensation claim. The employer can deny or dispute … Read more
Even if you are responsible for a work-related accident, your employer should still cover your medical expenses and time away from work. In return, the employer is exempt from any personal injury lawsuit you may consider filing. Even so, it is not uncommon for the insurance carrier for the employer to try to find cause … Read more
From the time you are involved in a workplace accident there are certain steps you have to take to ensure you receive full compensation. Any misstep could lead to a denial of your claim. You should familiarize yourself with these steps beforehand to be prepared in the event you are injured at work. If your … Read more
Workman’s compensation insurance dictates that any business that retains five or more employees carry workman’s compensation insurance with some exceptions. For certain types of industry where the risk of injury is high, like trucking and construction, they will try and circumvent that law by hiring either independent contractors or people who are willing to work … Read more
Occupational diseases such as carpal tunnel syndrome are a leading cause for workman’s compensation claims in the United States. They are also the most disputed. What puts them under such scrutiny from the insurance companies is the likelihood that they developed from a factor not related to work. Unfortunately, the older the employee, the more … Read more
A frequently asked question by employees is whether or not an injury is covered if they are on a scheduled break from work. The answer to this is complex. The location where the accident took place and the type of break will usually determine if it is compensable. If you are being denied benefits because … Read more