Legal Articles, Occupational Safety & Health
How to Document and Report Your Work Injury
To secure your workers' comp claim, promptly report your work injury, document all details, and seek immediate medical care. Follow up on your claim and consider legal advice for any issues.
St. Louis Work Comp Lawyer
For over 30 years work comp lawyer James M. Hoffmann, has been helping St. Louis injured workers get the medical benefits and income they need to move forward.
How Does Workers Compensation Work in Missouri?
Navigating workers' compensation in Missouri? Here's the general process to guide you through your claim effectively.
Workers' Compensation for Repetitive Stress Injuries in Missouri
The article discusses Workers' Compensation for Repetitive Stress Injuries (RSIs) in Missouri. It emphasizes the challenges in proving RSIs as work-related and navigating Missouri's workers' compensation claims process.
Will Pregnancy Affect My Missouri Workers’ Comp Claim?
The article discusses how pregnancy impacts workers' compensation claims, outlining legal protections and benefits for pregnant employees under the Pregnancy Discrimination Act.
How to File a Workers' Comp Claim in St. Louis
The article provides a concise overview of how to file a workers' compensation claim in St. Louis, including the importance of understanding the process and rights involved to ensure fair compensation for workplace injuries.
Addressing Repetitive Motion Injuries in the Workplace
Repetitive motion injuries are a serious concern in modern workplaces. Understanding their implications and taking proactive steps for prevention are crucial.
Top Causes of Occupational Fatalities and Prevention Tips
Over a million workers die annually from job hazards. Falls, machinery malfunctions, and accidents are top causes, highlighting the need for safety and workers' comp claims.
Dangers of Building Collapses and Shifting Surfaces
Annual building collapses lead to 343 deaths, not just from engineering flaws but also natural events. Workers face amputations, brain injuries, fractures, respiratory issues, and psychological traumas.