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…
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'…
Workers' compensation cases can be very complex. After you are injured at work, you need to recover medically, and the last thing you want to worry about is not getting paid your benefits. It's essential to understand when you need…
You may think that because you were injured on the job and at home recovering, your employer cannot fire you or fill your position with someone new. Although it is true your employer cannot fire you legally as retaliation for…
If you are injured on the job, you might be considering leaving your current employer and finding a new job. However, you also need to consider how this might affect your workers' compensation claim. Switching Jobs While Receiving Workers' Compensation…
Workers’ compensation insurance provides benefits for employees who are injured on the job. These benefits include lost wages and medical expenses. The question is, can you work while collecting workers’ compensation? In most cases, the answer is yes, if you…
Workers' compensation insurance covers employees who have been injured while on the job. The legal definition stipulates that to qualify injuries must "arise out of employment and occur within the course and scope of employment." However, these situations can quickly…
Regardless of the type of work you perform, there are rules to keep all employees safe. However, accidents do still happen at work. It’s essential for you to know as much about worker safety as possible to keep you and…
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