Polk County Legal Blog
My spouse died on the job. How can workers’ compensation help me?
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...
Complex regional pain syndrome and workers’ comp
A work-related injury can be excruciating. For some people, the pain does not go away as it should. It actually gets worse, becomes constant and could lead to serious disability. We are talking about complex regional pain syndrome, or CRPS. It's a rare but...
How “toughing it out” after an injury can cause permanent damage.
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....
Common signs of a TBI
A loved one who was involved in a car accident or who fell on a hard surface may have incurred a traumatic brain injury. There are many signs that a person might have experienced a TBI, so if you notice any of these signs, it may be a good idea to take your family...
The most common work-related musculoskeletal disorders
Any job, especially ones that involve manual labor, can cause serious musculoskeletal injuries. These refer to injuries in the muscles, joints, cartilage, tendons, nerves and/or spinal discs. Such injuries can be very painful and debilitating, and take a long time to...
What are the most dangerous jobs in Florida?
Florida is home to many people who make a living working some dangerous occupations. Essential workers often face injury risks, and injuries could result in medical bills and extended breaks from employment. Some workers may consider themselves lucky only to suffer...
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...
