Winter in Florida is generally pretty mild, but that doesn’t mean that you aren’t at risk of some winter-weather hazards when you’re working outside. One of the hazards you know about, particularly during rainy seasons, is the risk of developing trench foot. This...
After you got hurt at work, the first question you probably asked the doctor was how long it would take for you to get back to work. No one wants to sit at home doing nothing because of an injury. Many people who get hurt at work, even those who suffer relatively...
In a workers’ compensation claim, disputes often arise about the source of someone’s injuries, the exact nature and extent of the damage and their ability to work. When that happens, Florida law permits the use of an independent medical examination (IME). IMEs are...
You were seriously injured on the job. You definitely aren’t faking anything or trying to seek workers’ compensation you aren’t justly due. So why is your employer (or their insurer) contesting your claim? Your case could be ‘red-flagged’ through no fault of your own...
As the holiday season approaches, there’s likely going to be an uptick in the number of packages that need to be delivered. This means that delivery drivers from most services will be busy. However, this isn’t a reason for any employer to allow proper safety protocol...
For many years, it’s been well-known that construction is one of the most dangerous occupations in the United States. Workers in Florida have to understand that risk. While it may not see the most injuries or fatalities per capita, construction produces some of the...
When you’re making a workers’ compensation claim for an injury on the job, one thing you should know is that you will need to see a doctor to have your injury assessed. There are times when your employer will choose the doctor, and there are times when you will get to...
The last thing a worker injured on the job expects is finding out that their legitimate workers’ compensation claim resulted in a denial of benefits. Unfortunately, claim denials happen more often than most workers in the Treasure Coast region of Florida know. Does a...
Working in a hospital is actually among the most dangerous jobs that a person can have. There are numerous ways for hospital staff members to wind up hurt on the job, ranging from slipping on a wet spot on the floor and falling to violence caused by intoxicated...
Working as much as you do, it’s inevitable that there are days when you’ll be exposed to high temperatures. You’re often working outside in the sun, and you know that there is a risk that you could get sick as a result. Heat stress is a concern for workers like...