Polk County Legal Blog
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...
Warehouse lumpers are susceptible to 3 serious back injuries
Lumpers, the professionals who load and unload trucks at warehouses, have a unique skill set. After all, because commercial vehicles have limited space, lumpers must use every inch. Packages also come in a variety of shapes, sizes and weights, adding additional...
How can a spinal cord injury affect you?
After a serious construction accident, you may notice increasingly severe aches and pains from your back or neck. Spinal cord injuries can affect not only your daily life, but your breathing and mobility as well. Less sensitivity According to the Mayo Clinic, many...
Common workplace injuries for nurses
Nurses are the backbone of hospitals. In the course of their job, they help doctors, patients and families of patients in many ways. In addition to meeting the expected medical tasks of their job, nurses often provide emotional support and answer questions to ease the...
