James Hoffmann 
If you have sustained an injury at your workplace, you may be entitled to receive workers’ compensation. Unfortunately, not all employers and their insurance companies work towards the welfare of the employees and may deny legitimate claims, leaving the employees to follow the complex and difficult process of appeals. Appealing a Workers’ Compensation Denial After repeated denials, many employees … Read more
Spinal cord injuries often result in permanent total disability, causing even more financial distress for the injured employee. Whenever the spinal cord is severed, the injured employee may become paralyzed and experience permanent total disability depending on the severity of the injury and the extent of damage to the spinal cord. Employees suffering from severe spinal … Read more
Work-related blunt trauma injuries are typically severe and critical injuries, causing financial and physical loss for an injured employee. Employees suffering from work-related blunt trauma injuries are entitled to receive workers’ compensation benefits. If an injured employee is not receiving the appropriate benefits, it is advised to seek the assistance of a knowledgeable and experienced Kansas City … Read more
A work-related back injury may leave you with pain for many years. You may be entitled workers’ compensation benefits for medical expenses and lost wages. Your back can be injured easily by performing any number of tasks, making it very susceptible to being hurt during your workday. Even a slight slip and fall accident can cause painful … Read more
You may be eligible for additional benefits through workers’ compensation for a work-related injury. After you have been successful in receiving your temporary benefits through workers’ compensation, you may be eligible for additional benefits. There are two types of permanent partial disability – functional disability and work disability. What Is Functional Disability Compensation? Functional disability compensation is payment for … Read more
How will changing your employment status affect a workers’ compensation claim? Some employees, who have sustained a work-related injury, may wonder if they can still receive workers’ compensation benefits after they have changed employment. The rules and regulations governing workers’ compensation are complex and it may be advisable to consult with a Kansas City workers’ compensation attorney is this … Read more