An injury on the job can prevent you from working and saddle you with mounting bills that are difficult to pay without money coming in. Under Florida law, workers compensation must be paid promptly so people receive compensation quickly without delays due to court proceedings. Many Florida workers do not receive benefits without fighting for their rights. Nor do they receive compensation in a timely manner without resorting to legal representation.
At the Young Simmons & Burt we’re in your corner! We assist injured workers and their families with situations where employers or insurance carriers are not working with you to see that you get paid. We handle the paperwork and negotiate effectively on your behalf in order to ensure that you receive maximum possible benefits for the longest possible time, and as soon as possible.
Facts about Workers Compensation
Workers' Compensation serves as a means for employees to remain economically stable while compensating them for lost wages, medical costs and vocational rehabilitation training. Lost wage benefits are generally two-thirds of your gross wages that are averaged from the pay period right before your injury or illness.
- Neck injury
- Paralysis
- Back injury
- Foot and Ankle injuries
- Head injury
- Knee injury
- Dismemberment
- Hand, Wrist and Finger injuries
- Broken bones
- Arm, Elbow and Shoulder
- Cuts and Lacerations
- Sprains and Herniated Discs
- Death
- Carpel Tunnel Syndrome
Workers Compensation covers injuries at work, as well as diseases and disabilities acquired on the job over a period time. The majority of inadvertent injuries, diseases or illnesses contracted, and deaths occurring at the workplace are covered by law.
Examples of injuries or disabilities covered include, but are not limited to back injury, carpal tunnel syndrome and muscle strain, either on a short-term or long-term basis. Some work tasks may aggravate muscles and develop into disabilities if continued for a long time.
Did You Know….
- You may be entitled to a second medical opinion
- You may be entitled to mileage reimbursement for trips to and from an authorized medical care provider.
- You may be entitled to Worker’s Compensation benefits even if the injury or accident was your fault or even if no one was at fault.
- You may have the right to select or choose your own doctor.
- There are short time limits that apply to receiving certain Worker’s Compensation benefits so please do not wait to contact an Attorney (the initial phone call and consultation is free.)
Minus a few exceptions, it is mandatory in the state of Florida for all employers with four or more employees, excluding construction companies, to provide workers' compensation insurance for all workers. Employers in the construction field with at least one employee must carry workers' compensation.
When disputes arise regarding a claim or compensation becomes due and isn’t being paid, it is wise to obtain legal advice to protect your rights, even if your case does not require a lawsuit to resolve. Many disputes can be effectively negotiated through a settlement. At Young Simmons & Burt, our injury lawyers are knowledgeable and experienced in employment and workers compensation law. We are also dedicated to helping you receive the maximum compensation entitled by law.
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If your injury took place in Florida, contact a personal injury attorney at Young Simmons & Burt right away. Call our office at 407-422-4000 or fill in and submit our Quick Contact.