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Can Florida Bartenders Get Workers' Comp Benefits?
April 26, 2021
Tallahassee has many really good restaurants as well as exceptional places to get a smart drink. You may have a specific spot you prefer for happy hour and you may even have a specific bartender who makes your adult beverages just right for your sensibilities. While you sit back to relax with a cocktail, your […]
Get Help Filing a Florida Workers' Compensation Claim for COVID
April 5, 2021
Generally, workers’ compensation in Florida wouldn’t cover a community-spread illness that Americans contract every day like the common cold or even the flu. However, the current pandemic with the COVID-19 virus makes some professions more hazardous for catching the virus than others. Because of this, the danger level that has increased in certain industry sectors […]
Tips to Avoid Scammers When Applying for Florida SSDI Benefits
March 22, 2021
According to the United States Bureau of Justice Statistics, 10% of individuals over the age of 15 were victimized by the crime of identity theft. This breaks down to more than 17 million people. In 2016, the total financial amount of losses reported by individuals who were victimized added up to about $17.5 billion. Identity […]
If You Haven't Had a Job Can You Get SSDI in Florida?
March 8, 2021
If you never paid into the Social Security system because you have not worked but you are disabled, it is logical to wonder if you would be eligible for benefits. The Social Security Administration assesses a claimant’s background including their work history to see if there are enough work credits to obtain SSDI. Without a […]
Why Injuries From Commuting to Work Don't Qualify for Florida Workers' Comp
February 22, 2021
In the state of Florida, a worker that is injured on the job with relation to their professional responsibilities can obtain Florida workers’ compensation benefits. After a workplace accident, simply inform your manager, human resources representative, or your boss and tell them about your incident. Then obtain from them the approved doctors that you can […]
Who Pays for Your Medical Care After a Florida Workplace Accident?
February 8, 2021
When you are injured while at work, you must report your incident to your employer or manager immediately so that you can get the Florida workers’ compensation process started. Unless your injury requires immediate medical attention where you will need to go to the nearest location for treatment, you will have to obtain care at […]
Safety Tips to Reduce Back Injuries at Work
January 18, 2021
Back injuries are some of the most common types of health issues that are reported in the United States. There are so many causes of back pain including engaging in activities that strain and pull muscles, caring extra weight, bad posture, and just wear and tear from daily life. Even psychological stress can cause our […]
Is Mediation Required for a Florida Workers' Compensation Settlement?
December 31, 2020
If your Florida workers’ compensation claim was denied, and you believe that shouldn’t have happened you are likely going to want to file an appeal. According to Section 440.25 in the Florida workers’ compensation statutes, you will have to go to mediation. Mediation provides aggrieved individuals an opportunity to see if an agreeable settlement can […]
Florida First Responder Rights and Workers' Compensation
December 17, 2020
Feeling stress from your job is a common complaint across many industries. There are several situations that can cause mental strain at work such as a high amount of responsibilities, managing difficult personnel issues, meeting short deadlines, or working alongside unpleasant colleagues or a difficult boss. The stress one feels from these situations and others […]
Slip and Fall Accidents are Responsible for the Most Workers' Comp Claims
December 16, 2020
There are all types of accidents that can happen at work which can cause injuries to employees. When an injured employee in Florida has to receive medical treatment and miss time at work, they can file a Florida workers’ compensation claim to obtain benefits. These benefits can help injured workers have part of their missed […]