James Hoffmann 
Serious knee injuries are among the most common injuries reported in Kansas City workplaces and around the state of Missouri. The knee is undoubtedly among the most hardworking joints in the body. It helps in mobility and bears the body’s weight. Some workers have to spend hours on their knees and due to this, the … Read more
When you file a work comp claim for an open wound injury, you need to prove that your injury was related to your employment. An open wound is a type of injury usually to the skin or affecting internal or external body tissue. The Occupational Injury and Illness Classification System (OIICS) of the Bureau of Labor Statistics include … Read more
COPD can develop from exposure to harmful substances at the workplace, resulting in long-term disability. Chronic pulmonary disease (COPD) is also known as chronic obstructive airway disease. It is not a disease in itself, but a group of diseases that are caused by the limitation of airflow in the airways. COPD is a collective term used for a … Read more
Construction sites are breeding grounds for accidents due to the presence of a variety of hazards. Every year, thousands of construction site accidents are reported, and while some of them are unavoidable accidents, others are preventable and occur because of a lack of safety precautions. Slip and Fall Accidents These are probably the most common of … Read more
Under Missouri workers’ compensation law, employees are covered by workers’ compensation insurance, but there are some exclusions. If a worker gets injured at the workplace, he or she is entitled to receive workers’ compensation benefits, including compensation for medical bills and loss of earnings. An injured worker does not need to prove that the employer was at … Read more
Many people believe retail workers experience less work-related injuries than other industries. It is a common misconception that retail workers are less likely to suffer work-related injuries and illnesses, according to a recent report by the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH). However, retail workers are no less prone than other workers to … Read more