Why Is My Florida Workers’ Compensation Attorney Setting Up Depositions and Mediations For Me? The Florida Workers’ Compensation law is a unique system. It was established and remains an administrative law. The law’s intent is to administer medical benefits, lost-wage benefits and everything else in-between in a timely fashion. The
COVID-19, LAY OFFS AND FLORIDA WORKERS’ COMPENSATION COVID-19 Coronavirus has morphed into a major pandemic throughout the world. Thousands have become exposed to the virus in Florida. The widespread effects of the Coronavirus have led to decisive action taken by our local leaders. The majority of counties in Florida have
Working From Home During COVID-19 The COVID-19 Coronavirus has come as a shock to the world. Our hearts go out to you and your families. Employees are uncertain about the status of their job security due to the ever-growing pandemic occurring. Employers are scrambling to ensure their day-to-day operations continue.
Understanding Florida’s Unique Workers’ Compensation Landscape Florida stands out in the U.S. for its distinct set of guidelines and rules for workers’ compensation. Our comprehensive guide seeks to unravel the complexities of the Florida workers’ compensation rules, ensuring both employers and employees are well-equipped to handle situations involving workplace injuries.
“I’ve just been injured at work. Can I sue?” This might not be the first thought that goes through your head, but it is one of the most lasting. A serious injury at work might be worth a lawsuit. There are several other factors to consider first. Above everything else,
Can you be terminated while on workers’ comp? Are businesses allowed to do this or are you safe as you recover? You don’t want to find yourself in a position where you can’t pay your normal bills while you’re also faced with new medical costs. Employers often try to take
You’ve been injured at work. While you’re imagining the pile of bills growing bigger and bigger, financial stress and anxiety are often as difficult to cope with as physical pain and discomfort. Most people employed in the state of Florida qualify for workers compensation (more on this in a moment)
When you’re injured at work or when performing work-related duties, your initial thought is usually for your physical safety – followed quickly by pain and/or discomfort. But then your thoughts inevitably turn to other matters. Can you go back to work? When? How will you pay your bills and provide
When you suffer an injury at work, the worries and concerns immediately start building. When will you be able to return to your job? How will you cover medical expenses? What if your injury prevents you from earning an income to support yourself and your family? How can you work
When you have a financial obligation, like rent, mortgage, utilities, car payments, etc, can you just stop paying? Sure. And then you can be evicted, foreclosed on, cut off, or repoed. There are consequences for your failure to pay. But what happens when your workers comp payments stop? What are
