Author Archives: Jay Butchko
Florida Accidents Involving Rideshare Cars
Rideshare companies, also known as transportation network companies (TNCs), have filled a need in Florida and other states, and continue to do business, even in the face of scandal and other problems. Most of the time, rideshares get their customers to their destination with no issue – but if you have been involved in… Read More »
Workers’ Compensation For Seasonal Employees
Every holiday season, Florida retailers look to hire seasonal labor to help cope with the spike in tourism and shopping traffic. While these jobs are usually temporary, this does not mean that these employees are not entitled to the same general protections as permanent employees during their time with a particular company. If you… Read More »
My Employer Does Not Have Workers’ Compensation Insurance
In Florida, workers’ compensation insurance is required for most businesses, though there are some common exceptions. On-the-job injuries happen with regularity in most industries, and workers’ compensation is usually the exclusive remedy for a worker (as opposed to suing their employer). However, some employers that are required to carry workers’ compensation insurance do not… Read More »
Motorcycle Crashes Vs Car Crashes
With such sunny weather for most of the year, Florida is a natural haven for motorcyclists. However, this also means that Florida consistently has a high rate of injury and fatality for motorcycles, simply because there are more on the road. If you are involved in a motorcycle crash in Florida, and you suspect… Read More »
Slip & Fall Accidents In Florida Businesses
Slip-and-fall accidents are more common than one might believe, and when they happen, they can cause serious injuries. They happen most often in businesses or on commercial enterprises, and when this occurs, it is important that you know that you do have the right to file suit against the business under a theory of… Read More »
I Lost A Loved One At Work – What Now?
Workers’ compensation covers most injuries sustained at work, and can give a family peace of mind if their breadwinner suddenly gets hurt. However, if someone loses their life at work, families may not be aware that Florida’s workers’ compensation system requires benefits be paid to them, provided that the incident meets certain criteria. If… Read More »
Distracted Driving Accidents In Florida
According to the Florida Department of Highway Safety & Motor Vehicles (FLHSMV), there were 53,596 crashes involving distracted driving, with almost 300 deaths as a result. Figures nationwide are of similar proportion – meaning that far too many people lose their lives as a result of distracted driving. If you have been involved in… Read More »
The Most Common Issues When Filing A Florida Workers’ Compensation Claim
When a person is injured on the job in Florida, the way they can obtain compensation and benefits is by filing a claim for workers’ compensation. In all but the rarest circumstances, workers’ compensation is the exclusive remedy for people who are injured at work, so ensuring a claim is filed properly is critical…. Read More »
Am I Eligible For Workers’ Compensation As A Delivery Driver?
With rare exceptions, employers in the state of Florida are required to provide workers’ compensation for most of their employees. As long as the worker’s injury occurred on the job, within the ‘scope’ of their employment, and the injury was properly reported within the required time limit, the employee is generally entitled to medical… Read More »
Workers’ Compensation As Exclusive Remedy In Florida
Most people are familiar with the basic concept of workers’ compensation: if someone is injured on the job, their employer will pay at least some of the medical costs associated with that injury. However, what many miss is that this system works this way because of a bargain of sorts between employers and employees:… Read More »