James Hoffmann 
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
Every year, over a thousand workers are killed in work-related accidents, many of which are traffic related. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, an average of 1,275 workers are killed in auto accidents every year. In 2012, 1,153 workers died in work-related auto accidents. Reducing Work-Related Traffic Fatalities Many work-related traffic fatalities are preventable. The National Institute of Occupational Safety … Read more
Workers’ compensation helps injured workers recover medical expenses and lost wages. The injuries that are covered by workers compensation include the ones that are sustained in the course and scope of work. In other words, injuries that can be connected in some way to the work conditions or requirements are generally covered under workers compensation. … Read more