In the bustling state of Florida, workplace accidents can occur in a variety of industries and settings. When employees are injured on the job, they typically rely on workers' compensation benefits to cover medical expenses and lost wages. However, there…
Sustaining a work-related injury can be a challenging experience, both physically and emotionally. During such a time, filing a workers' compensation claim is crucial to ensure you receive the benefits and support you deserve. However, navigating the complex process of…
When it comes to workplace injuries, employees are required to pursue a workers' compensation claim. There may also be a personal injury claim that can be pursued if there is a third party that is responsible for the injuries who…
Florida law states that all employees, regardless of how many hours they work, are covered by workers’ compensation. Therefore, if you are full or part-time, and you get injured on the job, you should be able to get benefits. Workers…
Workers’ compensation cases are often challenging without any extenuating circumstances. However, when the worker fails a drug test, the insurance company or employer may deny benefits citing that the drugs were the cause of the accident. How a Failed Drug…
Getting hurt at work is never pleasant, but it can also result in long-term physical, mental, and financial consequences. Although most employers institute safety rules and practices, people still get hurt on the job all the time. Some of the…
More than 2.5 million people are injured in the workplace each year. Often these cases are not always cookie-cutter molds. Employees not only suffer the effects of the accident, but some have trouble getting workers’ compensation benefits timely which compounds…
Often there is a lot of confusion surrounding workers' compensation, what it is, how it works, and what it covers. A common question that often comes up is, does workers' compensation cover repetitive physical injuries? What is Workers' Compensation? All…
The pandemic triggered a widespread remote workforce. Some companies have chosen to continue with employees working from home, and others are going with a hybrid (combination of remote and in-office work) model. The question is, are remote workers eligible for…
Not all employees work full-time year-round. Some workers are seasonal, and the question is, if they get injured while on the job, do they qualify for workers' compensation benefits? What is Workers' Compensation Most employers in Florida must carry workers'…
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