What to Bring to Your Initial Consultation with Your Work Comp Lawyer

St. Louis Work Comp Lawyer

We’ll collect all the necessary information and documents during the consultation to begin working on your case. At the Law Office of James M. Hoffmann, we know that sustaining an injury at work can be an overwhelming experience. You might be concerned about how to afford your medical bills or whether you can return to … Read more

Updated: May 27, 2023

Your Rights During an Independent Medical Examination (IME) for a Workers’ Comp Claim

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It’s important to know your rights and what to expect during an Independent Medical Examination (IME) for a workers’ compensation claim. Were you injured at work and are now going through the process of filing a workers’ comp claim? One step in this process may involve an independent medical examination (IME). These exams are meant to … Read more

Updated: January 24, 2023

Missouri Workers’ Compensation and Loss of Hearing

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Work-related hearing loss can affect a worker’s ability to perform even basic tasks. Hearing loss occurs when there is a problem with how the ear detects or processes sound. It can range from mild to severe and affect one or both ears. It can be present at birth or can be acquired later in life. … Read more

Updated: December 18, 2022

Workers Compensation Settlement for a Hip Injury

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Hip injuries can be very painful and can often mean significant time away from your job. Hip injuries at work can limit mobility, and in addition to being painful injuries, they can also necessitate months of rehabilitation, physical therapy, and may even require surgery. Depending on the severity of the injury, even with treatment, hip … Read more

Updated: December 7, 2022

Is A Heart Attack Or Stroke Covered by Workers Comp?

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If medical evidence supports that a heart attack or stroke was work-related, it may be covered by workers comp. Call (314) 361-4300 to speak with an attorney. Workers compensation benefits are meant to provide financial compensation and medical expenses for injuries sustained at work or as a result of their work. Whether or not a … Read more

Updated: December 6, 2022

Work Related Crush Injuries

St. Louis machinist

Work-related crush injuries are painful, traumatic, and can be life-changing. Each year around 125,000 workers sustain crush injuries. A crush injury occurs when the body is stuck by an object, is caught between two objects, or is entangled in machinery. These hazards are also known as pinch points. The force exerted on the body caught … Read more

Updated: November 14, 2022