Florida Workers’ Comp: Reporting Your Injury
Two recent Florida workers’ compensation decisions show how quickly a claim can fail if an injured worker does not clearly report an “injury” within 30 days and maintain consistent records.
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Can You Refuse Light-Duty Work Because of a Tough Commute? A Florida Case Offers Guidance
Facing a light-duty job offer after a workplace injury? A Florida workers’ compensation lawyer can help you protect your TPD benefits by showing when a refusal is “justifiable” under Florida Statute 440.15(6)—including commute and transportation problems—and by building the medical and practical evidence to support the refusal.
FCCI denial – Who Pays When Subcontractors Lack Workers’ Comp?
Florida Workers’ Compensation – FCCI denial. This dispute centered around whether there was no coverage, FCCI insurance covered the claim, or Accident Fund had coverage. The FCCI denial was overturned and FCCI was found liable to provide coverage.
Florida Workers’ Compensation – DWC 19 form – Employee Earnings Report
If you’re dealing with a Florida workers’ compensation claim, you might be asked to fill out a DWC-19 form. Here’s what you need to know:
Mold Exposure Cases – Florida Workers’ Compensation Claims
Mold Exposure Cases are difficult to prove under the Florida Workers’ Compensation Act. Under Florida Statute section 440.02(2) which states: An injury or disease caused by exposure to a toxic substance, including, but not limited to, fungus or mold, is not an injury...