Polk County Legal Blog
First responders in Florida get special advantages in workers’ comp cases
Firefighters, police officers, paramedics and other first responders put their lives on the line and work hard daily to ensure that we can live in a safe and peaceful society. These kinds of jobs also often come with an increased likelihood of severe injury, due to...
Tips for responding during an insurance deposition
Many workers' compensation cases in Florida are often determined by the responses to specific insurance deposition questions. Although the process can be stressful, it's important that your answer is clever and well-thought so that your workers' compensation claim...
Common forms of retaliation after a workers’ compensation claim
It is not uncommon for workers to suffer injuries on the job. From high-risk industries like construction and factory work to less obvious occupations such as warehouse work and office duties, workers can suffer lifelong injuries based on numerous factors....
Comparing personal injury and workers’ compensation cases
If you are hurt while performing tasks for your Florida employer, you may be entitled to compensation. However, instead of filing a personal injury lawsuit against that company, you would file a workers' compensation claim. Take a closer look at the differences...
How your employer can protect you against the heat
Florida employers are generally required to take steps to keep their workers safe from any hazards that they may encounter while working in hot environments. These steps may include working during the cooler parts of the day, allowing workers to take frequent breaks...
Is filing a workers’ comp claim the same as suing my employer?
The short answer to this question for workers in Florida is no, but there are still conditions under which a lawsuit could be filed. The typical workers' comp claim will consist of reporting the injury to the employer and letting the employer decide if they want to...
What happens if you disagree with a doctor’s assessment?
If you are injured while performing services for your Florida employer, you may be entitled to workers' compensation benefits. However, before your claim is approved, you will likely need to see a doctor of your employer's choosing. After reviewing your case, that...
Can my boss fire me for getting injured on the job?
When you suffer a workplace injury, you suddenly have a lot on your mind. You have to figure out how to pay for your medical expenses, as well as dealing with the financial consequences of being unable to work for a while. It can also take a heavy emotional toll on...
What should you do if you hit live wires with a forklift?
Thanks to the popularity of online shopping, warehouse jobs have become widely available in and around Lakeland. If you earn your forklift certification, you may be able to compete for some of the higher-paying positions in the warehouse. Forklift drivers, though,...
Key facts about nursing injuries
Nurses in Florida know that some of the most difficult things about their occupation are the injuries they sustain at work. Being a nurse is one of the most physically demanding jobs after construction work. The amount of lifting, pulling and carrying that nurses do...
