Construction has been booming in the Charleston area in recent years, with towering apartment buildings, high-rise offices and new hotels altering the skyline. For construction companies, the increased demand is welcome – but when they put productivity over safety, accidents happen. If you have been injured on a construction site in South Carolina, Hoffman Law […]
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A legitimate workplace injury does not necessarily guarantee Workers’ Compensation benefits. In fact, many claims are denied, preventing injured workers from receiving the compensation they desperately need. To provide some insight, Hoffman Law Firm’s Workers’ Compensation attorneys (also known as workers’ comp or workman’s comp) have outlined some common reasons that claims are denied. You […]
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If you’ve been injured on the job, Hoffman Law Firm can help! Our experienced South Carolina Workers’ Compensation lawyers are committed to defending the rights of injured workers here in the Lowcountry. We have handle countless cases for common workplace injuries for workers across the Palmetto State. From medical expenses to lost wages, trust our team […]
Did you get injured on the job? Your employer’s Workers’ Compensation insurance company may offer a clincher agreement or full and final release. This quick settlement can seem like a great solution now – but the decision to accept this workers’ compensation settlement agreement should not be made hastily. Here at Hoffman Law Firm, our […]
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COVID-19 has transformed the way that businesses function, with many employees now working from home. Because a stroll to the home office has replaced a morning commute, it can be difficult to separate work from play – and to maintain a healthy balance while working remotely. But if you are injured during work hours, even […]
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If you have been injured on the job in Charleston, SC, it is important to avoid these common Workers’ Compensation (also known as workers’ comp or workman’s comp) claim mistakes: Waiting to notify your employer.While you technically have 90 days to inform your employer that you were injured on the job, waiting could impact the […]
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A serious workplace accident can derail your future, altering the plans you’ve made for the years ahead. While you never could’ve imagined this new reality would be yours, you’re certainly not the first person to find yourself here – and you won’t be the last. That’s why certain programs are in place, offering much-needed assistance […]
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Carpal tunnel syndrome is one of the most common repetitive motion injuries plaguing Americans, making it incredibly painful for many employees to earn a paycheck. Fortunately, there is help. Workers’ compensation carpal tunnel aid may be available to you as an injured employee – Let’s explain! Proving that your working conditions are to blame can […]
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When it comes to the topic of Workers’ Comp & COVID-19 – It’s tricky. As our community adjusts to its “new normal” amidst the continuing COVID-19 crisis, many employees in Charleston, SC have returned to work. Coronavirus (COVID-19) remains a concern for many workers, causing them to wonder if South Carolina workers’ compensation (also known […]
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Lowcountry summers are brutal, and for those working in extreme heat, many days are considered not-so-fun in the sun. Heat exhaustion, heat stroke and other heat-related illnesses become very real possibilities as your workload climbs alongside the day’s high temperature. If the heat stroke is a work, you may be seeking workers’ compensation. If you’ve experienced […]
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