Sometimes, making a workers compensation claim can seem like the government has made it as difficult as possible. If you are experiencing issues with filing a claim or have had a claim turned down, speak with our workers compensation attorneys in Jacksonville.
In a lawsuit filed against Tyson Fresh Meats for the wrongful death of an employee, allegations were made that managers at the Waterloo plant in Iowa made wagers on the number of employees that would contract COVID-19 while on the job. The lawsuit goes on to allege that employees were encouraged to take shifts
According to the CDC, Florida surpassed 570,000 confirmed COVID-19 cases as of August 19, 2020. The increasing number of hospitalizations and deaths includes many "essential workers" that were exposed to the virus in the course and scope of their employment. These exposure based workers compensation claims are being met with absolute denials of benefits
Losing a loved one due to a workplace accident is one of the most devastating experiences a family can endure. While no financial compensation can ever replace a family member, Florida Workers Comp death benefits are designed to provide financial support to surviving dependents in the wake of a tragic on-the-job fatality. According to
As Florida and the rest of the country continues to combat COVID-19 with non-essential business closures and layoffs, many workers have been deemed "essential employees" and remain in the workforce. Depending on your job and the type of work you are required to perform for your employer, exposure to coronavirus may fall under Florida
Florida’s workers’ compensation system has evolved significantly over the years, particularly in how workers comp affirmative defenses are asserted and litigated. Although the system is designed to be self-executing under Chapter 440, litigation frequently arises, and affirmative defenses play a crucial role in shaping the outcome of a claim. Under Florida law, including the
In a landmark decision on June 9, 2016, the Florida Supreme Court Lost Wages Ruling ruled in Westphal v. City of St. Petersburg that the existing limitation on temporary total disability benefits under Florida Statute §440.15(2)(a) was unconstitutional. This Supreme Court lost wages ruling significantly impacts how long-term injured workers are compensated and marks
