While it may be tempting to accept a quick payout and move on, doing so without first consulting an experienced workers’ compensation attorney can cost you far more than you realize.
If you’ve been injured on the job in Missouri, chances are you’ve already been contacted by the insurance company with a settlement offer—and maybe it came faster than expected.
At the Law Office of James M. Hoffmann, we’ve seen this situation time and again: injured workers accepting a fast settlement only to discover later that it doesn’t fully cover their medical bills, lost wages, or long-term care. Here’s what you need to know before signing anything.