Can you get workers’ comp and SSDI benefits at the same time?
A serious work injury can stop your paycheck as medical bills grow. Seeking benefits from two programs may seem necessary to keep your household stable. If an accident at work left you unable to earn a living, you may qualify for workers’ compensation and Social...
Requesting a change of physician in Florida workers’ comp
In Florida workers' compensation cases, an injured worker usually cannot choose any doctor they want. The insurance carrier generally controls authorized treatment, but state law gives the worker a one-time right to request a different physician. If the worker...
Can Florida workers’ comp cover gradual injuries?
Not every work injury happens in one moment. Some injuries develop after months or years of the same work tasks. You may lift heavy items, make the same motions or stand for long periods each day. If your pain or illness builds over time, you may wonder if Florida...
5 possible reasons your workers’ comp check is late
Missing a workers' compensation payment can create financial pressure. Rent, groceries and medical bills often continue even when income suddenly stops, making any delay especially stressful. If you expected a workers' comp payment but it has not arrived, knowing the...
What to do if your workers’ compensation benefits suddenly stop?
The unexpected loss of workers’ compensation benefits can create serious financial and personal difficulties for an injured employee. In Florida, this situation happens far more often than most people realize, leaving workers confused, stressed and financially...
The 30-day rule that can affect Florida workers’ compensation
After a workplace injury, employees focus on medical treatment and recovery without realizing that Florida's workers' compensation system has strict deadlines for reporting workplace injuries. Missing the 30-day notice requirement can jeopardize access to medical...
What workers need to know about an IME?
An employee suffering from a workplace injury may want to focus on recovery and returning to work. However, the workers’ compensation process may sometimes involve an additional medical evaluation. During the process, the insurance company could request an IME,...
Why Florida workers’ comp adjusters push for recorded statements
After a workplace injury in Florida, an insurance adjuster will quickly call to ask for a recorded statement. They present this phone interview as a routine step to process your benefits. However, Florida law does not require you to provide a recorded statement to a...
Can you claim workers’ comp if you caused the accident at work?
Making a mistake at work happens to everyone. If that mistake led to your injury, you might worry that you've lost your right to workers' compensation. The good news is that you likely haven't and understanding how the system works can help ease your concern. Florida...
What to do if your workers’ compensation claim gets denied
If you are injured on the job in Florida, you may be entitled to workers’ compensation benefits which can help cover your medical care and lost wages. However, many employers and insurers tend to deny claims, leaving employees struggling to get treatment and pay their...