With construction projects continuing to increase in Florida, the number of injured workers is also going up. While some construction sites where injuries occur are compliant with federal and local safety laws, many workers are still putting themselves at
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The Top Mistakes to Avoid After a Workplace Accident
In 2020, there were 275 fatal workplace injuries in Florida. This doesn’t account for the mild and serious injuries, nor the workplace injuries that were never reported. Unfortunately, accidents happen all the time. However, if they occur at work, it’s…
Farm Accidents in Florida
Working on a farm is hard work that requires many hours per day. Factors like extended hours, hot working conditions, heavy equipment, and animals contribute to Florida farm accidents.
However, when a farm accident occurs, you may wonder what rights…
Assaulted at Work and Workers Compensation
By now, you understand that if you are injured on the job or if you develop an illness due to your work conditions, you are entitled to receive workers’ compensation benefits via your employer’s insurance.
However, what can you do…
Understanding Work-Related Knee Injuries
Athletes are all too familiar with the devastating effects of knee injuries. However, the possibility of knee injuries in other industries, such as construction, trucking, healthcare, and even the office environment, isn’t as well-known.
Unfortunately, there are more than 100,000…
Tips to Avoid the Most Common Mistakes That May Cause Your Workers’ Compensation Claim to Fail
Workers’ compensation aims to provide employees benefits when they are injured on the job. Usually, the benefits are available regardless of who is at fault.
According to Florida workers’ compensation law, a person’s employer must provide and pay for…
The Most Common Types of Workers’ Compensation Claims Made in Florida
If you are injured or experience an illness due to your job, you may be entitled to receive workers’ compensation benefits in Florida. While there are many issues, illnesses, and injuries that can result in a workers’ compensation claim, some…
How Much Is the Average Florida Workers’ Comp Settlement?
The average Florida workers’ compensation settlement varies based on the severity of a victim’s injuries and their ability to go back to work. The actual dollar figure for your workers’ compensation claim depends on several factors.
While the amount you…
Can You Receive Workers’ Compensation Benefits for Repetitive Stress Injuries?
A repetitive stress injury or RSI is considered one of the most common and frequent types of work injuries. Unfortunately, they are also extremely challenging to recover workers’ compensation benefits for.
Workers’ compensation claims for an RSI can become…
Tips on Returning to the Job after a Work Injury in Florida
If you are injured while on the job in Florida, the ultimate goal is to recover and return to work. While some injuries can make this impossible, many injured workers want to return to work and return to their jobs…