Legal Articles, Occupational Safety & Health
2 Things You Need to Do if You are Injured at Work
If you are injured at work or contract a work-related disease, there are 2 things you must do.
What to Expect During a Functional Capacity Evaluation (FCE)
This article provides information about functional capacity evaluations (FCEs) that are ordered to determine a worker's physical abilities and limitations related to work. It answers frequently asked questions about FCEs, including who performs them, how they differ from regular medical examinations, whether an FCE is right for a claim, what to do if additional treatment is needed, how long the evaluation takes, and what happens after the evaluation is complete.
Teacher Injured at Work - St. Louis Workers Comp Lawyer
This article explores the various risks that teachers face in the classroom today, including student threats, performance pressure, overexertion, aging school facilities, and unsafe locations. These threats can lead to anxiety, physical issues, and financial repercussions for teachers. If you are a Missouri teacher who has been injured, the Law Office of James M. Hoffman can help protect your legal rights.
How to Check the Status of a Workers’ Comp Claim
If you have been injured at work and have filed for workers' comp benefits, you may be wondering how to check the status of your claim.
Can an employer fire you if you file for workers compensation?
Can an employer fire you if you file for workers compensation?
What Information Should I Gather First Before Filing My Work Injury Claim?
You may not know the pieces of information you'll need to gather before you can file your workers compensation claim. Here are some of the most important things to remember when filing your claim.
Why Am I Getting So Many Calls After My Work Injury?
If you are receiving phone calls after your work injury, it is likely from these sources.
Can an Employer Refuse to Pay Workers Comp?
Can your employer decide not to pay you workers comp because they're low on money? This may seem like an unusual question. However, it's one that many people ask when they are injured at work.
Navigating Tennessee’s Workers’ Compensation System
For those who have been injured on the job, navigating the workers’ compensation system can be confusing and even hostile. But you can improve your chances of a good outcome by hiring an attorney and having a better understanding of how the system works.
7 Common Work Injuries in Poultry Processing Plants
The most common injuries in poultry processing plants will be covered in this article, along with steps employees can take to prevent them.
