On-the-job injuries are common among local maritime workers, with hazardous workplace conditions putting them at risk. Longshoremen, shipbuilders, stevedores and shipbreakers face numerous threats each day as they load and unload cargo, repair large vessels and keep the supply chain running smoothly. The Longshore and Harbor Workers’ Compensation Act protects those who labor on docks … Continued
While no career path is completely free of risk, some workplaces are more dangerous than others. Each year, workers face illness and injury – across the country and across industries. Unsafe work conditions are often to blame, putting countless employees at risk every time they clock in. Common Dangerous Workplace Jobs in 2020 Firstly, statistics … Continued
Workers’ Compensation claims can be complicated, especially if your injuries require extensive medical treatment. Certain details must be disclosed to the insurance company, but disclosing too much information could negatively impact your case. It’s feel uneasy speaking about medical records and workers’ comp. Walking this fine line is often difficult – but you do not … Continued
Slip and fall accidents are more common than you may think, often a direct result of a property owner’s negligence. If you have been injured in a slip and fall, you may be entitled to compensation. Yet for slip & fall liability, who is responsible? Here are a few things for injury victims to consider: Where … Continued
If you have been injured at work, getting the compensation you deserve should be simple – but this is not always the case. So, just how can a workers’ compensation lawyer help? Well, first understand that the Workers’ Compensation system can be difficult to navigate, which is why it is so important to entrust your … Continued
Summertime is a busy season here in the Lowcountry, with families flocking to the beach, cooling off at the pool and enjoying picnics and playdates. With our weekend schedules jam-packed – and many employees back at work – the roadways are busier than ever. More drivers on the road means more potential for car accidents. … Continued
Many injured workers are hesitant to file a Workers’ Compensation claim, worried that their boss will retaliate. What happens if I file for South Carolina Workers’ Compensation? Will they get fired or demoted? Will their employer deny that their accident occurred? Keep in mind that if your employer has more than four workers on the … Continued
More than 2.5 million people are involved in car crashes each year. While many Americans assume that reckless driving or drunk driving is to blame for the majority of wrecks, the real culprit is distracted driving. Indeed, distracted driver car accident cases are increasing – and it’s only getting worse. Some studies estimate that as … Continued
For maritime workers and longshoreman (dock workers) injured on the job, seeking compensation can seem like another obstacle to overcome on the path to recovery. Trust Hoffman Law Firm, for tips filing a longshoreman claim with our your skilled Charleston longshoreman lawyers. When it comes to workers’ compensation for longshoreman, Attorney David Hoffman and our … Continued
Exhausting work. Exposure to the elements. Hazards at every turn. It’s all in a day’s work for our community’s longshoreman and maritime workers. Their jobs often involve working on piers, terminals and docks – like the ones found here in Charleston. But despite safety protocols and hours of training, accidents happen. When they do, it’s … Continued