Polk County Legal Blog
How do falls affect workers of different industries?
As a worker in Florida, you have likely encountered dangers at the workplace before. Some are more common than others. Some dangers are widespread enough that they appear in almost every industry out there. Fall incidents are among the most common workplace accidents...
What are the consequences of delaying medical care?
Some workers, after sustaining a job-related injury, do not go to the doctor right away. In fact, they might wait for weeks to get medical attention. Unfortunately, waiting to get treatment for an injury does not make it go away faster. It can even make the pain and...
Reviewing common causes of construction-site fatalities
Many of those working in the construction industry in Florida may understand that their particular line of work routinely ranks among the most dangerous. Yet they undertake such work assuming that their employers have taken every precaution in order to guarantee their...
For a Successful Workers’ Compensation Claim, Speed is Key
The immediate aftermath of a workplace injury can be quite stressful. You go from being fine one day to suddenly having a plate full of worries: you can’t work, you need to provide for yourself and your family, plus you have to figure out medical care. However, the...
How should crane safety be handled at your workplace?
All crane operators in Florida are responsible for being properly trained and licensed, and you won't get hired if you aren't able to show the proper training and education. This policy helps to avoid accidents and liability. On the other hand, sometimes crane...
Can you legally refuse to engage in dangerous work?
Whether you work in an inherently dangerous industry or environment or you work in a cozy office, you have a right to refuse dangerous work. However, before you start denying your employer’s requests, it is important that you thoroughly understand this right and the...
Whole body vibrations may lead to serious injuries
If you drive a forklift or work with heavy machinery, there is a good chance you have experienced whole body vibrations. As their name indicates, whole body vibrations cause your entire body to shake throughout your workday. Not only are whole body vibrations...
Dangers of working in an Amazon warehouse
Last year, the Center for Investigative Reporting released a troubling study on Amazon warehouses. The organization looked at a representative sample of the massive brand's fulfillment centers and found a rate of serious injuries exceeding 200% of the industry...
COVID-19 and the workplace: Am I entitled to compensation?
The COVID-19 pandemic has caused unprecedented challenges to workers, challenging the legal field to respond to the injuries and damages it has caused. There are several state and federal laws that may apply and may entitle you to compensation. I contracted COVID-19...
My workers’ comp claim was denied. What can I do?
When you are injured at work, you face many unknowns. Who will pay your medical bills? Who will pay your household bills if you can’t work? Will your boss fire you? In most cases, Florida’s workers’ compensation laws protect you from these concerns. But what do you do...
