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Occupational Disease

Workers Compensation for Occupational Dust Exposure

May 4, 2022 by James Hoffmann

dust on a missouri construction site

Each year, thousands of workers are injured or killed by breathing in hazardous dust particles at their job. Occupational dust exposure can cause serious illness. In fact, it's one of the leading causes of work-related illness and death in the … [Read more...] about Workers Compensation for Occupational Dust Exposure

Filed Under: Work Comp Blog Tagged With: Occupational Disease, Workers Compensation Claim

Updated: May 10, 2022

The Hidden Dangers of the Food Manufacturing Industry

December 3, 2018 by James Hoffmann

food manufacturing workers

Here are just a few of the hidden dangers faced by workers in the food manufacturing industry. Many people imagine a factory setting when they think about workplace injuries. What they don’t picture is that facility producing food. The reality is, … [Read more...] about The Hidden Dangers of the Food Manufacturing Industry

Filed Under: Work Comp Blog Tagged With: Occupational Disease, Repetitive Stress Injuries, Slip and Fall, work injury lawyer

Updated: June 10, 2019

10 Jobs With the Highest Risk of Occupational Lung Diseases

May 26, 2016 by James Hoffmann

lung disease workers comp missouri kansas city

Workers who are exposed to airborne contaminants at the workplace are at risk of developing occupational lung diseases. Depending on the type and severity of the disease, occupational lung diseases can have effects ranging from discomfort to … [Read more...] about 10 Jobs With the Highest Risk of Occupational Lung Diseases

Filed Under: Work Comp Blog Tagged With: mesothelioma, Occupational Disease

Updated: June 14, 2019

Silicosis – A Debilitating Occupational Illness

December 10, 2014 by James Hoffmann

Silicosis

If you are a worker exposed to rock dust and now experiencing lung problems, immediately seek help from a Kansas City workers' compensation attorney. Chemical exposure at a workplace can cause a number of occupational illnesses in workers. Some of … [Read more...] about Silicosis – A Debilitating Occupational Illness

Filed Under: Work Comp Blog Tagged With: Kansas City workers compensation, Occupational Disease, Workers' Compensation

Updated: June 14, 2019

Questions Regarding Occupational Disease and Workers Compensation

July 8, 2014 by James Hoffmann

workers comp occupational disease

What is an occupation illness? An occupational disease is an illness or health condition caused exposure to certain hazardous elements in the workplace. Although occupational illnesses are covered by workers compensation, in order to get the benefits … [Read more...] about Questions Regarding Occupational Disease and Workers Compensation

Filed Under: Work Comp Blog Tagged With: Occupational Disease, Workers Compensation Claim, Workers' Compensation

Updated: December 18, 2020

Occupational Diseases and Kansas City Workers’ Compensation

June 6, 2014 by James Hoffmann

What are occupational diseases and what steps must be taken for an employee to qualify for workers' compensation? Health conditions which occur as a result of exposure to hazardous elements in a work environment are described as occupational … [Read more...] about Occupational Diseases and Kansas City Workers’ Compensation

Filed Under: Work Comp Blog Tagged With: Kansas City workers compensation, Occupational Disease, Workers' Compensation

Updated: August 23, 2019

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    Workers’ Compensation for Chlorine Gas Exposure

    January 19, 2023 By James Hoffmann

    Here are a few ways to reduce your risk of exposure to chlorine gas and what you need to know about workers' compensation benefits if you are … [Read More...] about Workers’ Compensation for Chlorine Gas Exposure

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    How to Prevent Fatigue at Work – Kansas City Workers Comp Attorney

    January 18, 2023 By James Hoffmann

    Learn about the risks of accidents, injuries, and errors due to fatigue, as well as strategies for reducing fatigue in the workplace. Worker … [Read More...] about How to Prevent Fatigue at Work – Kansas City Workers Comp Attorney

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