If you are injured at work while performing your regular job duties, and you have a pre-existing condition, it can complicate a workers’ compensation claim. Medical benefits and lost wages could be impacted if there is a previous medical issue…
The coronavirus pandemic is an unprecedented situation. Workers’ compensation laws are going to be put to the test by this novel illness. When considering whether or not the coronavirus is compensable under current workers’ compensation laws, questions arise regarding “occupational…
The cost of workers’ compensation is a hard pill to swallow in some industries. With every new claim, workers’ compensation costs increase exponentially based on experience rates which focus on prior injuries and the costs of handling those claims. Combine this reality…
The holidays mean gift-giving, and technology has nudged our shopping habits away from malls and brick-and-mortar stores to ordering online. This means during the holiday season (November to January), millions of packages are shipped, and delivery truck drivers are working…
Workers compensation is a statutorily created method for payment of medical care and lost wages for injured employees within the course and scope of their employment. This is provided in lieu of pursuit of any personal injury action against an…
Mass shootings result in millions of dollars in workers’ compensation-related costs each year. These expenses can be expected after attacks that cause injuries requiring hospitalization and physical therapy, the need for psychological help and litigation costs. Despite headlines about mass…
August signifies the beginning of the school year in Florida and both teachers and students are headed back to class. The teaching profession is one of the most honorable careers as they are in charge of educating, molding and shaping…
Time and time again, as we consult our clients and prepare their cases, we hear, “But why can’t I get more than that? I deserve to get more than that because I was badly hurt.” “That” refers to workers’ compensation…
Florida Is A Top State For Travel Florida has robust tourism, travel, and hospitality industries. Florida residents enjoy many of the destinations and fun activities. Many residents also work in one of these industries, which may require traveling, such as on…
We’ve discussed before, some of the differences between workers’ compensation and personal injury cases. Knowing these differences can help you manage your expectations and also ensure that you contact the appropriate attorney. However, there are instances where an accident that occurs at…
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