Author Archives: Jay Butchko
The Evolution Of Florida’s Workers’ Compensation System
Workers’ compensation insurance provides medical care for an employee injured on the job, in exchange for that employee not filing suit against their employer in the same matter. However, navigating Florida’s workers’ compensation insurance laws has never been an easy process, and until a handful of years ago, it can be said that the… Read More »
Are Soft Tissue Injuries Compensable?
An auto accident is an event that no one ever wants to experience, and depending on how difficult the crash was, your injuries can range from cuts and bruises to a damaged spinal cord. However, some of the most common injuries that may arise from auto accidents are known as soft tissue injuries, and… Read More »
Recovering After A Slip-and-Fall Accident
While the COVID-19 pandemic is still going on, and most people are trying to stay indoors where possible, people still have to go out for work and normal errands. The same potential pitfalls and risks are in place as they would be in “normal” times; nowhere is this more apparent than in the risk… Read More »
Workers’ Compensation When An Employee Has Two Jobs
In order to make ends meet, far too many people have to work more than one job, and run the risks associated with each. If a person is injured during work at one job, they are often placed in an untenable position, because it means they may not be able to work at either… Read More »
Workers’ Compensation and Placement Agencies
Florida’s rules for workers’ compensation are fairly straightforward for most employees – if a worker is employed by a covered company, any injury they suffer on the job will be covered by workers’ compensation coverage. However, when one’s employment is temporary, such as through a placement agency, getting workers’ compensation coverage may be more… Read More »
Sudden Spinal Injuries Can Be Life-Changing
Back and spine injuries are some of the most serious that a person can experience, simply because so much of our bodies is controlled by the spinal cord. An injury to the area may leave someone with neurological issues, an inability to walk, or any other potentially debilitating condition – and if you have… Read More »
Are Lunchtime Accidents Compensable?
When someone is injured at work, they are entitled to receive workers’ compensation benefits as long as their employer carries coverage. However, there are certain ‘gray’ areas during which it may be more difficult to determine whether your injury is covered or not. Being injured while you are on lunch, or on a break,… Read More »
Rear-End Collisions On Florida Roads
Many different types of accidents occur on Florida’s roads, but rear-end collisions are some of the most serious because the injured person often has no warning whatsoever that an accident is about to occur. If you have been involved in a rear-end collision, you may seek compensation for your injuries, either from your insurer… Read More »
“Major Contributing Cause” In Workplace Accidents
The majority of Florida employers are required to carry workers’ compensation insurance in the event that any of their employees are injured on the job. A specific cause of injury must be put forward when applying for benefits, and it must be shown that the workplace injury was the ‘major contributing cause’ of the… Read More »
What Does It Mean To Opt Out Of Workers’ Compensation Coverage?
The majority of Florida employers are required to carry workers’ compensation insurance, with only very small businesses being able to avoid the cost. However, certain individuals within a business or corporation may be able to file for exemptions for themselves, which means that they will not have access to workers’ compensation benefits if they… Read More »