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Law Office of James M. Hoffmann

St. Louis, MO

James M. Hoffmann, Missouri Workers Compensation and Personal Injury Attorney

Interests: Workers Compensation Law, Personal Injury Law

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Workplace Safety Regulations and Workers' Compensation in Missouri

In Missouri, workplace safety is a priority, governed by both state and federal regulations. These regulations are designed to ensure a safe working environment for all employees, regardless of their industry or job role. The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) sets forth federal standards that employers must follow to... Continue reading

Posted Jan 17, 2024 at Missouri Workers Compensation Attorney

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4 Potential Reasons Your Workers' Comp Checks Stopped

If you’ve been injured on the job, you know how overwhelming and stressful the experience can be. Not only do you have to deal with the physical and emotional impacts of your injury, but you may also be facing financial challenges. That's where workers’ comp benefits come in. These benefits... Continue reading

Posted Jan 16, 2023 at Missouri Workers Compensation Attorney

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Which Employees Are at a Higher Risk of Workplace Accidents?

Employees are every company’s valuable asset. They provide the skill, dedication, and commitment essential for keeping the business running. However, some employees are more likely to be involved in work accidents than others. In this article, we'll discuss five categories of employees more likely to be involved in a workplace... Continue reading

Posted Dec 7, 2022 at Missouri Workers Compensation Attorney

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Do I Have to Return to Work After Workers Comp?

Generally, injured workers need a couple of weeks and sometimes months to recover from workplace injuries. During this time, they're out of work. This can be a major financial burden given that their normal-life needs and expenses don't go away simply because they're injured. Fortunately, through workers' compensation, employees injured... Continue reading

Posted Nov 17, 2022 at Missouri Workers Compensation Attorney

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Does My Employer Need to Carry Workers’ Comp Insurance in St. Louis?

Not all employers are necessarily required to carry workers’ compensation insurance in Missouri. However, most companies are required to have workers' comp insurance in case of work injuries. Let's discuss the basics of workers’ comp, which employers are generally required to carry workers’ compensation insurance, and what to do if... Continue reading

Posted Nov 20, 2020 at Missouri Workers Compensation Attorney

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Medical Treatment for a Work-Related Injury During the COVID-19 Pandemic

The COVID-19 global pandemic has uprooted many facets of daily life. Injured workers, however, who have been receiving medical treatment prior to the pandemic are now faced with difficult questions that don't seem to have an easy answer. Should you continue your worker’s comp treatment right now, or should you... Continue reading

Posted Aug 28, 2020 at Missouri Workers Compensation Attorney

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Workers Comp Benefits for the Mental Health of Police and Firefighters

The Ruderman Family Foundation commissioned a paper in which it was found that police and firefighters are more likely to die by suicide than in other lines of work. The paper was published in 2018, but even recent analysis seems to suggest the situation has not greatly improved. The many... Continue reading

Posted Jan 28, 2020 at Missouri Workers Compensation Attorney

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Can Your Diet Increase Your Risk of Workplace Injuries?

Before you pop open that can of soda or order French fries instead of rice or a salad, stop! Studies show that there is a connection between employees' diets and lifestyle and their likelihood of getting hurt at work. In other words, what you eat can have an impact on... Continue reading

Posted Nov 30, 2019 at Missouri Workers Compensation Attorney

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Violence at Work - Do I Qualify for Workers Compensation?

When you think about a work-related accident, there’s usually a specific image that pops into your mind: a slip and fall, a run-in with a forklift, a machine malfunctioning, or even just repetitive actions that can, in the end, lead to carpal tunnel. But if you’re in a fight at... Continue reading

Posted Oct 30, 2019 at Missouri Workers Compensation Attorney

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Can You Earn Extra Money While Receiving Workers’ Comp Benefits?

A workplace injury is often quickly resolved with a trip to the emergency room, and maybe a few days off work. However, some employees aren’t so lucky and have sustained injuries that prevent them from going back to work for a while. During this time, their financial situation can take... Continue reading

Posted Oct 29, 2019 at Missouri Workers Compensation Attorney

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Are Heart Attacks Covered Under Workers Comp in Missouri?

The world is not black and white. Often, a lot of the questions you may have need a rather complicated answer, particularly if the question is in any way related to the legal system. Workers compensation can help you get back on your feet after a work injury or illness.... Continue reading

Posted Aug 27, 2019 at Missouri Workers Compensation Attorney

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Are Seasonal Workers Covered by Workers Compensation?

Summer is finally here! While most people are planning their vacations, dreaming about the seaside and tasty barbecues with friends, some are taking advantage of the numerous opening in seasonal employment. Whether you are a student trying to get some experience or you are looking for a way to earn... Continue reading

Posted Jul 10, 2019 at Missouri Workers Compensation Attorney

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What Compensation Benefits Are Available for Injured Federal Workers?

Workers compensation laws in the state of Missouri offer workers some peace of mind. They know that if they get injured, this insurance will generally cover medical expenses and even account for days off work. Employers can also rest assured knowing this policy means they generally cannot be sued by... Continue reading

Posted Mar 5, 2019 at Missouri Workers Compensation Attorney

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4 Holiday Safety Tips for St. Louis Workers

If you ask a few St. Louis workers compensation attorneys what time of year yields the most work injury claims, you might find out that the holiday season is the answer. The reasons for this trend come down to a lack of sleep, increased drinking, ladder use at work, and... Continue reading

Posted Dec 18, 2018 at Missouri Workers Compensation Attorney

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Does Workers’ Compensation Cover Injuries Sustained During Travel?

Most people understand the most straightforward workers’ compensation cases, which involve an employee being injured in the workplace. A situation that is much more complicated is when a worker sustains damages during travel. Between Job Sites Some employers require their workers to travel between job sites. A typical example is... Continue reading

Posted Nov 1, 2018 at Missouri Workers Compensation Attorney

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Drug Testing and Its Effect on Missouri Workers’ Compensation Claims

When you are injured at work in St. Louis, there are a number of things that can happen next. What is certain is that you should report your injury as soon as possible, speak with a St. Louis work injury lawyer, and see a company doctor. What is uncertain is... Continue reading

Posted Oct 2, 2018 at Missouri Workers Compensation Attorney

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Workplace Violence and Workers’ Compensation

One thing that characterizes the vast majority of workplace injuries that they are accidental. If you experience one, it will often be something like straining your back while lifting, burning your hand, or falling. Other injuries, such as workplace violence, are deliberate. In these situations, a personal is assaulted while... Continue reading

Posted Aug 8, 2018 at Missouri Workers Compensation Attorney

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Common Workers Compensation Benefits

There are times when the workers’ compensation insurance carrier will offer an injured worker a settlement for their injuries. An insurance carrier is not required to offer a settlement, nor is the injured person required to accept one, so it is important to know what you are entitled to before... Continue reading

Posted May 21, 2018 at Missouri Workers Compensation Attorney

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Workers Comp for a Slip and Fall at Work

If you are working in Missouri, your employer is required to carry something called workers’ compensation insurance. It is the type of coverage that is meant to take care of an employee who is injured on the job. Workers’ compensation is different from other types of injury claims because it... Continue reading

Posted Apr 19, 2018 at Missouri Workers Compensation Attorney

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What If I Didn't Report My Work Injury When It Happened?

If you are injured while on the job in the state of Missouri, you should know that your employer is generally required to carry workers’ compensation insurance. It ensures that an employer has the assets available to pay for someone who is injured while working under the authority and scope... Continue reading

Posted Mar 28, 2018 at Missouri Workers Compensation Attorney

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What to Do If You Find out Your Employer Isn't Carrying Workers' Compensation Coverage

The state of Missouri legally requires employers and business owners to carry workers’ compensation insurance. Workers’ compensation isn’t just an insurance policy to make sure that a worker is compensated if they are injured while working; it also ensures that one bad accident by an employee doesn’t bankrupt a company.... Continue reading

Posted Feb 27, 2018 at Missouri Workers Compensation Attorney

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Why Social Media Is Not A Workers’ Compensation Beneficiary’s Friend

If you are injured in a work-related accident, then you might be eligible to collect workers’ compensation. Workers’ compensation is mandatory in Missouri, and it is a type of insurance that companies and employers take out to ensure that if one of their workers is injured on the job, they... Continue reading

Posted Jan 30, 2018 at Missouri Workers Compensation Attorney

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Returning to Work After a Work-Related Injury - St. Louis Worker Comp Attorneys

Workers' compensation is a type of insurance that is used to protect employers and employees alike when injuries happen while on the job. Like a safety net, the benefits of workers' comp were designed to compensate the employee for their injuries and return them to working in the same meaningful... Continue reading

Posted Nov 30, 2017 at Missouri Workers Compensation Attorney

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Do Pedicures and Manicures Pose an Injury Risk to Salon Workers?

While many people enjoy a good pedicure or a manicure at their favorite salon, not many of us are aware that those who provide these relaxing services are often overworked, underpaid and may be exposed to serious health hazards. A recent investigation by the New York Times has revealed some... Continue reading

Posted Oct 19, 2017 at Missouri Workers Compensation Attorney

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Powered Industrial Truck Accidents in the Workplace - St. Louis Attorneys

A number of vehicles and machines are used to move bulky objects, load semi trailers, lift pallets and shift materials from one place to another on construction sites. They are referred to as powered industrial trucks or PITs. Almost all major industries use PITs to some extent. Some industries may... Continue reading

Posted Sep 21, 2017 at Missouri Workers Compensation Attorney

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