If you’ve been hurt on the job and can’t work, you may be asking: “How am I going to pay my bills while I recover?” Temporary disability benefits—often called Temporary Total Disability (TTD)—are designed to replace part of your lost wages while you’re unable to work due to a workplace injury. But not everyone automatically … Read more
If your claim has been denied—or you’re worried you may have missed a deadline—call The Law Office of James M. Hoffmann. If you’ve been injured on the job in Missouri and are worried you may have missed an important workers’ compensation deadline, you’re not alone. Many injured workers in St. Louis and throughout Missouri don’t … Read more
If your boss is telling you to “push through the pain,” your symptoms are getting worse, or “light duty” still hurts, call The Law Office of James M. Hoffmann. If you were hurt at work and a supervisor told you to “work through it” or “push through the pain,” you’re not alone. In Missouri, it’s … Read more
Insurance companies often dispute lumbar disc replacement claims, even when the procedure is medically necessary. If you’ve suffered a serious back injury at work and your doctor has recommended lumbar disc replacement surgery, you may be surprised to find that the insurance company is pushing back—or outright denying coverage. At the Law Office of James … Read more
What your employer won’t tell you after a work injury in Missouri: You’re entitled to more. Learn your rights—call for a free consultation! If you’ve been injured on the job in Missouri, you may assume your employer and their insurance company will guide you through the process and ensure you receive the benefits you deserve. … Read more
Worried about workers’ comp investigators? Learn what private investigators look for, how they track your activities, and how to protect your claim. Call (314) 361-4300 for a free consultation! If you’ve been injured on the job and filed a workers’ compensation claim, you may be surprised to learn that the insurance company could hire a … Read more