For some reason, people who work part-time assume that they aren’t entitled to workers’ comp benefits. The reason employers are required to maintain workers’ comp insurance is in case any of their workers get hurt
The holiday season is about to start and many companies in Florida will be hiring temporary employees to handle the traditional increase in business. If you’re a seasonal worker, you’ll no doubt be happy to
Have you suffered an on-the-job injury or developed an occupational illness in Florida? If so, your employer’s workers’ compensation insurer has to cover your medical care. You may already know this. What you may not
Workers are often comforted by the knowledge that Florida’s workers’ compensation system will protect them if they suffer an on-the-job injury or illness. Some people recover within a few weeks and they’re able to return
It is well-known that mold can cause a variety of health problems. It is especially dangerous for people who are sensitive to it or those with certain underlying medical conditions. If you’ve become ill and
Workers who develop occupational illnesses or suffer workplace injuries usually expect that their workers’ compensation claims will be approved. They assume that since their injury is genuine, their medical expenses and lost wages will be
The COVID-19 pandemic has brought the challenges that medical professionals face into the spotlight. Prior to this, people outside the field didn’t always think about what doctors, nurses, and other healthcare workers have to deal
Workplace injuries are extremely common. Even if you don’t work in a particularly dangerous industry, you should know what workers’ compensation insurance covers in Florida. Many people assume that they will get their usual salary
While workers’ compensation insurance can help to replace lost income for injured workers, it doesn’t fully cover your salary. Therefore, it’s not surprising that some employees want to know whether they can work while they
Remote work is now a reality for more people than ever before. Telecommuting was on the increase even before COVID-19 but the pandemic has resulted in an increasing number of employees doing all or at
Workers’ comp covers many different situations. Some work-related injuries and illnesses are minor and the injured person is able to return to work after a few days or weeks. Others are so serious that the
If you’ve suffered an injury on the job or developed an illness because of your work, you’re probably entitled to workers’ comp benefits in Florida. However, you won’t be automatically granted benefits. You need to
