Polk County Legal Blog

Every year, many people in Florida file for workers' compensation after being injured on the job. While some injuries are minor and workers can return to their jobs quickly, others are more serious and can even be fatal. Construction work A typical construction site...

You understand the important role a physician plays in your effort to obtain workers’ compensation benefits after a workplace injury. An examining physician can determine the success of your claim as well as the length of time you will receive those much-needed...

Complex regional pain syndrome (CRPS) is chronic pain that can affect the arms or legs of many people in Florida who suffer an injury, surgery, stroke or a coronary. What makes a difference is that the pain is out of proportion to the initial injury's severity. This...

It’s no secret that the human back has design flaws. Do you know anyone who’s made it this far in life without some kind of back pain? If so, give them an enthusiastic high-five – after you’ve both stretched first, obviously. We all have to do back-breaking work...

Workers in Polk County can get hurt on the job in virtually any way you can imagine. But experts can group most work-related accidents into certain categories. Recently, a group called Simply Business released what it calls the top 10 most common types of injuries...

If you have been injured in a warehouse accident in Florida, you have the right to file a workers' compensation claim to cover medical treatments, missed wages while recuperating, and more. Knowing your rights will help ensure you get the compensation you deserve, as...

There are several professionals that you have to contact after a workplace accident and injury. The first company to contact is your employer as you file a workers' compensation claim. You have to visit the doctor and may want to use your doctor to treat an injury. In...

The tragedy of losing your spouse affects your entire life. Who will pay for the funeral? How will you afford the mortgage? Will your kids be able to go to college? You deserve help for all these expenses as you figure out how to live life without your partner. Under...

Many Florida workers will avoid claiming benefits for workplace injuries because they fear losing their jobs or having their immigration status in jeopardy. It's not the best idea to "tough it out" after a workplace injury because long-term disability could result....