If you have been injured on the job in Florida, you may be entitled to get workers' compensation if your injury is preventing you from going back to work. In some cases, the nature of the job can exacerbate a preexisting condition or disability, worsening it to the...
You may have sustained a work-related injury, but will this qualify you for workers’ compensation benefits? Learning how the benefit process works will help you decide whether you are eligible to submit a claim. About eligibility Most employers who have four or more...
Suffering an injury at work can be devastating for the rest of your life. Depending on the nature of your injury, you may be seriously disabled in the aftermath and potentially unable to work. In these circumstances, you may receive workers compensation. However, you...
Sustaining an injury on the job can require a number of treatments like hospital stays, therapy sessions at health care facilities, and at-home recuperation. Even if you get back on your feet, you may need to take medication for the foreseeable future. Your medication...
An on-the-job injury can disrupt your whole life. Not only does it often pose financial issues but also it can mean some problems when you go to return to work. You can make a workers' compensation claim, which will help with the expenses of your injury and treatment....
According to the Occupational Safety and Health Administration, the average number of trench-related workplace fatalities nationwide each year is 54. While OSHA provides guidelines and safety standards to prevent cave-ins, significant numbers of workers' compensation...
Workers have the right to refuse tasks that put their lives and welfare on the line. Unfortunately, many workers have grown up with the idea that refusing orders shows disrespect. In Florida and elsewhere, many workers' compensation claims could be avoided if...
The U.S. Census Bureau has reported a significant increase in the number of workers who continue their careers beyond the age of 70. Florida employers recognize the value of their experience and knowledge, and older workers are typically more loyal and reliable. Data...
Road construction on Florida roadways is nothing new. Construction is often performed during nighttime hours in an attempt to decrease congestion during daylight hours. Speed limits are typically reduced in construction zones in an attempt to protect the lives of...
The economy in Florida and around the country is doing well, and this has led to an increase in construction projects. As the number of properties under construction have increased so has the number of construction related accidents, some of which have been fatal....
