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What Counts As A Compensable Workplace Back Injury In Florida?
Ask ten Floridians what “hurt my back at work” means, and you will get ten different stories. A warehouse worker who tweaked a disc lifting a pallet. A nurse who felt a pop helping a patient stand. An office worker whose chronic pain flared after a long stretch at a poorly adjusted desk. All… Read More »
Is Workers’ Compensation An “Exclusive Remedy” In Florida?
If your employer is ‘covered’ under Florida workers’ compensation law, you have the right to file a claim if you are injured on the job. However, someone who files a workers’ compensation claim does give up certain rights by doing so – namely, the right to file suit against their employer in court over… Read More »
Does My Family Get Benefits If I Am Killed On The Job?
Many Floridians work in hazardous occupations; on average, somewhere between 300 and 400 people are killed on the job each year in Florida, many in the construction and transportation industries. While the death rate in Florida is comparably less than in many other states, it is still important to be aware of what benefits… Read More »
After A Motorcycle Accident In Florida
Riding a motorcycle in Florida is a beloved hobby for thousands of people. However, most riders understand and accept that it can be a dangerous hobby, and if you are injured in an accident with an automobile, it can be a time-consuming effort to seek compensation for what you have been through. However, time-consuming… Read More »