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Can You Get Florida Workers' Comp If You are Injured in a Parking Lot?
December 2, 2020
Anytime you are injured while performing the duties of your job in Florida, you have the right to file a Florida workers’ compensation claim. While there are limited exceptions, this is true for the majority of accidents at work that lead to employees sustaining physical, bodily harm. In many situations the details of a workplace […]
Common Workplace Accidents for Postal Workers
December 1, 2020
Being a United States Postal Service worker is not a job that comes without risks and dangers. There are several situations that pose great harm to these individuals and as a result, in 2015 the estimated costs for workers’ compensation was increased by $389 million from 2014. There were just under 400 severe injury accidents […]
Workplace Injuries From Transportation-Related Tasks
November 30, 2020
If your job requires you to be on the road for a significant amount of time, it may be welcome freedom from a cubicle or from a manufacturing plant, but driving is a risk. There are so many traffic accidents that happen every year in the country that car accidents are the leading cause of […]
Are Fatal Workplace Accidents Increasing?
November 30, 2020
Workplace injuries happen every year throughout the nation. While not as common, fatal workplace accidents also take place every year. It doesn’t matter what industry you work in or what professional capacity you have, anyone can be subject to being victimized in a devastating workplace accident. Work accidents that result in injuries can cause lifelong […]
Dangers on the Job for Flight Attendants
November 27, 2020
Any work environment has its hazards and potential to cause injuries. Being a flight attendant may seem like a fabulous job, and it does offer many benefits, but it is also a job that takes a lot of work. There are many physical demands and the requirements of the job are also very unique from […]
How to Handle A Hostile Employer When You Are Filing a Florida Workers' Compensation Claim?
November 26, 2020
Injured workers in Florida have a lot on their plate. Facing the difficult and challenging situation of being injured, needing expensive medical treatment, being unable to work, and therefore earn their paycheck are burdens that take their toll. These pressures can cause an injured worker to experience so much stress that it actually makes healing […]
What Happens if Your Employer Won't Report Your Florida Workplace Accident?
November 25, 2020
In the state of Florida, an injured worker has 30 days to report their workplace accident injury to their supervisor. If you don’t report your workplace injury to your employer in time you may lose out on your ability to obtain Florida workers’ compensation benefits. Additionally, you could actually hurt your chances of obtaining all […]
The Importance of Getting an Accident Report for Florida Workers' Comp
November 24, 2020
Employees who suffer an injury during an accident at work should immediately report their accident and injuries to their employer. This allows their employer to connect with their Florida workers’ compensation insurance provider so that they can start the process of filing a claim and at least have their medical treatment paid for. The treatment […]
Is Diabetic Retinopathy Considered a Disability by the SSA?
November 23, 2020
Diabetic retinopathy and could be impacting your ability to engage in daily life activities and interfering with your ability to work in a job and earn a wage. If this is happening to you, you may be considering applying for Social Security Disability Benefits and wondering if you are eligible. It is completely reasonable to […]
Can Impaired Vision Qualify for SSDI Benefits in Florida?
November 20, 2020
If you suffer from an inability to see clearly and it has affected how you go about your daily activities and has impacted your competence at work, you may be wondering if you can get Social Security Disability benefits. There is a chance you can file a successful claim, but when it comes to impaired […]
