James Hoffmann 
Filing a workers’ compensation claim and receiving benefits is often frustrating and complex, especially if an insurance adjuster seems to be ignoring your claim. The purpose of workers comp insurance is to provide financial assistance to employees who have been injured in the scope of their employment. Unfortunately, the process of filing a workers’ compensation … Read more
Shift work disorder is a circadian rhythm sleep disorder that affects people who work non-traditional hours. Most of us are familiar with the traditional nine-to-five workday. However, due to the nature of some occupations, many employees find themselves working various shifts every few days or every other week. These changing shift times can often lead … Read more
A structured settlement is a financial arrangement in which an injured worker receives their compensation in periodic payments rather than a lump-sum payment. At the Law Office of James. M. Hoffman, we’re dedicated to helping injured workers navigate the often complex world of workers’ compensation. One area that can be particularly confusing is the concept … Read more
Keeping workplace safety rules simple can help prevent work injuries. Here’s why simplicity improves compliance, saves time and money, and protects workers. All too often, employers try to make their workplace safety rules as comprehensive and exhaustive as possible, hoping they will cover any situation a worker may encounter. The reality is that this kind of approach … Read more
Given the issues that follow a workplace injury, it’s important to have professional legal representation to ensure that your rights are protected. Unfortunately, not all employers have clear and detailed policies and procedures regarding workers’ comp and what to do after one has been involved in a work-related injury. This can lead to confusion and … Read more
Every year, more than 300 fatalities and more than 164,000 ladder-related injuries are reported in the United States alone. Ladder accidents are all too common in the workplace. In fact, every year, more than 300 fatalities and more than 164,000 ladder-related work injuries are reported in the United States alone. That’s why it’s important to … Read more