Experiencing discrimination at work can have a far-reaching impact on your career. Recognizing signs of mistreatment might leave you feeling uncertain of where to turn for help. Knowing the many ways that discrimination can harm your work experience may give you the...
A number of variables can impact your risk of injury at work. For example, your profession, whether or not you follow protocols and the safety standards your employer upholds. If you do get hurt at work, you might wonder what timetable to follow in reporting your...
If you have a disability that prevents you from working your normal job, you may be wondering what your options are. If you have worked and contributed to Social Security, you may be eligible for Social Security Disability Insurance benefits. These benefits pay out...
In most cases, Florida's workers' compensation laws do not provide compensation for workers with a mental health issue that is not accompanied by a physical injury. However, a 2007 law made it possible for first responders to receive workers' compensation benefits for...
Many people across Florida find the application process for Social Security Disability Insurance frustrating and complex, and with good reason. Applying for these benefits takes time. Many applicants spend considerable time getting their applications together only to...
Workers’ compensation is a benefit program that allows you protection if you suffer an injury at work. Under the program, you can get lost wage payments and medical care benefits. Workers’ compensation is not a state program, but the state does manage the system. It...
When you file a claim for Social Security Disability (SSD) benefits, there will be many forms to fill out. One of these is the Function Report. What is the purpose of this form and what kind of information does the Social Security Administration (SSA) ask you to...
Sometimes the injuries first responders suffer on the job do not show up as easily as a burn or a broken bone. Dealing with high-stress and life-and-death situations, first responders may develop post-traumatic stress disorder due to their work. As they would if they...
Like most people in Florida, you likely feel a good deal of pride in representing the company you work for. That pride no doubt stems from gratitude on your part for your employment and salary. Some might assume that gratitude causes you to feel reluctant to initiate...
You have options for compensation after an accident at work, but depending on the injury you may have a long road of recovery ahead of you. When it comes to severe spinal cord injuries, there is a possibility that you have an entirely new normal to get used to. You...
