How can you help reduce and control electrical hazards?
Florida workers should understand that electrical hazards exist anywhere. Some believe that only people in construction jobs must deal with these risks. But that is not true. Today, we will look at some of the electrical hazards that anyone can find in their place of...
Detailing Florida’s workers’ compensation death benefits
By their nature, workers' compensation claims seem to describe cases where an injured worker receives financial assistance to cover the costs associated with their injury. Sadly, for many of the clients that come to see us here at Hilado Law, PLLC, their situations...
Reviewing the workers’ comp claim process
If you sustained a job-related injury, you should look into workers' compensation and the ways in which these benefits help injured employees. From financial support to training for a position in another field, these benefits are a lifeline for eligible workers. Some...
What do I need to know about Florida’s workers’ compensation?
After suffering an injury on the job, Florida workers look for information about their workers’ compensation benefits. Where that coverage comes from and what benefits apply are common questions asked by those seeking to file a compensation claim. Who covers my claim?...
Family sues fast-food restaurant after worker dies
Many people in Orlando may believe that workers' compensation cases are generally simple matters: one suffers a workplace injury, files a claim and receives compensation for their injury-related expenses. Yet while some cases can indeed find resolutions that easily,...
What are the financial realities of workers’ comp?
The Florida Division of Workers’ Compensation explains what benefits you may receive if you file a workers’ compensation claim for a job-related injury. Financial considerations may include your medical bills, lost wages and ability to receive other forms of...
Injuries covered by workers’ compensation
When injured at work, many Florida residents have one question in mind. Is this covered by workers' compensation? Today we will take a look at some information about workplace injuries. We will also examine workers' compensation and how it works. What is a...
What causes a workers’ compensation claim to be denied?
If you were injured at work and filed a workers’ compensation case it can cover medical bills and lost wages, but what happens if your claim is denied? This can be frustrating and cause you serious financial issues; however, understanding what might result in a denial...
Common reasons for denied workers’ compensation claims
If a worker suffers an injury while on the job, the employer has a responsibility to cover related expenses through workers’ compensation insurance. Unfortunately, an employee who files a worker’s compensation claim may receive a denial letter. There are different...
Does workers’ compensation cover repetitive motion injuries?
Many Floridians are familiar with repetitive motion injuries. These injuries develop over a prolonged time period due to repeated bodily motions. If you develop a repetitive motion injury on the job, you may be unable to perform your work duties. Chronic back pain and...