Orlando Workers' Compensation Lawyers
You got hurt on the job, and now you want detailed and creditable answers about Orlando personal injury law. This topic is clearly too vast for a single article to cover thoroughly. But this essay can serve as a primer for you and provide a highly creditable resource to help you pursue your matter - even if you are up against an intransigent employer or bad-faith insurer.
What is Orlando Workers' Compensation?
At the turn of the 20th century, hurt workers had very few mechanisms to get remunerated for injuries on the job. In fact, they literally had to sue their employers. Florida workers comp was started as a social insurance - a way to take these matters out of the courts and get them resolved faster. In exchange for agreeing not to sue their employers (under most situations), workers no longer had to prove fault - they could collect money for injuries, even if the employer was not at fault or even if (in some cases) a worker himself or herself was to blame.
Is it true that I can collect benefits if I failed to follow safety rules?
In some cases. That said, your cash benefits may be sliced down by 25% or more if you misused appliances or neglected safety rules.
Who pays workers' compensation?
Generally, your employer will have workers' comp insurance, which will handle the payouts. You do not have to pay for this insurance - this is something that your employer has to have.
Can my boss let me go while I am out on workers' comp?
Yes. In Florida, your boss is not obligated to hold your job while you recover. However -- and this a big however -- you may not be fired in retaliation for filing a workers' compensation claim. That is illegal, and your boss get into very big trouble if you can prove retaliation.
Do I have to pay taxes on my Orlando workers' comp?
No.
Can I take all my workers' comp money upfront in a lump sum?
Yes. That said, a Judge of Compensation Claims must approve a lump sum settlement, and you must be able to negotiate that with the insurance company.
When should I report an accident or injury to my boss?
As soon as possible. If you neglect to report to your supervisor, your benefits could be delayed.
I suffer from a chronic injury I got from typing too much at work. Am I eligible for workers' comp?
Assuming that you sustained the injury or disease at your current job - as opposed to at your previous place of work - you can collect Orlando workers' compensation for chronic injury.
How can I get superior legal guidance with my matter?
The Jacksonville law firm of Farah & Farah can provide critical assistance now. Connect with the team toll free at 800-533-3555, or peruse www.farahandfarah.com for more detailed information about Eddie Farah and his team and associates. Farah & Farah are Better Business Bureau accredited with an A+ rating. Attorneys would be happy to provide references and credentials. Get your free consultation now to protect your rights.
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