Vero Beach Health Care And Nursing Workers’ Compensation Attorneys

Workers in the health care industry in Florida face a high risk of injury. This is a dangerous occupation where employees are exposed to dangerous or toxic substances and where they are asked to perform physical and manual labor that could result in injury. Those who suffer health care work injuries benefit from the help of a Vero Beach workers’ compensation lawyer.

At Matheson and Horowitz, we are dedicated health care work injury attorneys who have amassed decades of combined experience. We have litigated hundreds of workers’ compensation claims, including nursing work injury claims. We will fight aggressively for your rights and we offer free consultations to help you manage legal fees. Call us today for a free consultation.

Work Injuries Florida Health Care Employees Often Face

Work injuries are common in Florida’s health care settings, as employees regularly lift patients, move equipment and work long shifts in fast‑paced environments. These physical and environmental demands increase the risk of accidents and injuries, including:

• Back and spinal cord injuries from lifting heavy patients
• Injuries in slip-and-fall accidents
• Needle sticks
• Exposure to hazardous substances
• Physical injuries from violence against health care workers
• Injuries from the use of dangerous tools, such as scalpels
• Exposure to chemicals, medications and controlled substances

Some of the risks that health care workers face are the same as those in other industries. A slip and fall accident could happen in a hospital or an office building, for example. But many are unique to the medical industry, such as needle sticks and hazardous substance exposure. It is important to have an attorney who understands health care and nursing injuries.

Workplace Violence Is A Growing Issue

Workplace violence is a significant and growing risk for Florida health care employees, who experience higher rates of assaults and threats than most other professions. National data show that state health care workers face an incidence rate of 10.3 injuries per 10,000 full‑time workers due to assaults. Rates for nursing and personal care facility employees stand at about 21.8 per 10,000. Here are some additional details related to this risk:

• Annually, nine out of 100 health care workers suffer injuries in an on-the-job physical assault.
• Assaults can come from patients, family members, visitors or even coworkers.
• Potential injuries include bone fractures, bruising, cuts and lacerations, spinal cord injuries and traumatic brain injuries.

Violent incidents often occur during high‑stress interactions or when caring for those with cognitive impairments or behavioral health conditions.

Why Choose Matheson and Horowitz For Health Care Work Injuries?

After an injury in Vero Beach, Florida, it is important to have a dedicated legal team to help you explore your options and protect your rights. Our workers’ compensation attorneys offer these advantages:

• Partners Michael Horowitz and Ted Matheson have worked together for nearly 20 years.
• Our lawyers bring a combined 70 years of experience to every case.
• The Matheson and Horowitz team has taken many claims to the appellate level.
• As litigators and trial attorneys, we are always prepared to fight in court when a settlement will not meet your needs.
• We offer aggressive representation when you need it.
• Your initial consultation is always free.
• There are no out-of-pocket fees, meaning you face no financial risk to work with us.
• We can offer services in both English and Spanish. Se habla español.

A nursing work injury can be a sudden and life-changing event, but our team is here when you need us.

Helping Pursue Full Compensation

When you work with us, we will help you build a case to pursue all available forms of nursing and health care work injury compensation. This can include a portion of your lost wages while missing work or compensation for reduced earning capacity on a permanent basis. It may also include both immediate and long-term medical costs. 

We will help you consider all potential damages as we build your case.

Call Today For A Free Consultation

Our team can help every step of the way, from gathering evidence to guiding you through initial injury reporting and filing your claim. It all starts with your free initial consultation in Vero Beach, Florida. To consult with an attorney from Matheson and Horowitz, dial 772-571-4109 or use the online contact form today. You only pay once we win your case. Se habla español.