The construction industry is extremely hazardous. Daily, workers use sophisticated machinery, climb steep heights, and drive powerful vehicles. Because of this, they risk severe injury and in some cases, even death by completing the daily tasks needed to carry out…
Many employers are moving towards a remote workforce to help their bottom line. Studies show that telecommuting may increase efficiency and productivity while saving overhead costs. Typically, remote work benefits both the employer and employee. But what happens when one…
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 insurance that employers are required by law to have for their employees. It covers only two things: medical expenses and lost wages as a result of an injury sustained while on the job. Although most injuries occur…
After reporting an injury to your employer, you expect him/her to then report the injury to the insurance company. You should then receive an approval or denial, and you move forward from there. What if you find yourself in a…
Workers’ Compensation is a type of insurance coverage purchased by employers/businesses that provide benefits for job-related injuries or illness. It is required for most employers in Florida. In fact, in nearly the construction industry, the law requires companies with at…
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…
You’re at the office, and you leave to visit a client. While driving to visit the client, you get into a car accident and sustain injuries that require much more than a first-aid kit. Although you’re not physically in the…
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…
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