Monthly Archives: September 2021
3 Situations When You Shouldn’t Waive Your Right To Sue Your Employer
Under Florida law, employees waive their right to sue their employer if they receive workers’ compensation benefits for their work-related injury or illness. In return, employees are not required to prove anyone’s fault to be entitled to workers’ compensation. However, there are situations in which you should not waive your right to sue your… Read More »
4 Common Reasons People Refuse To Hire A Workers’ Compensation Attorney
Many people who suffer work-related injuries and illnesses do not want to hire a workers’ compensation attorney to help them obtain the benefits to which they are entitled. Injured workers have many reasons not to hire an attorney to help them navigate the claims process. If you have been injured in a workplace accident… Read More »
Are Occupational Diseases Covered By Florida Workers’ Compensation?
When people think about workers’ compensation, they generally think of workplace accidents and other job-related injuries. However, many people do not realize that occupational diseases are also covered by workers’ compensation in Florida. If you developed a job-related illness or occupational disease at work, consult with a Tampa workers’ compensation attorney to determine whether… Read More »
What Happens When You Cannot Return To Your Pre-Injury Job?
The mere thought of not being able to return to your pre-injury job after a workplace accident can be distressing and overwhelming for most workers. For many workers, being told that they will never be able to return to their previous job is both painful and disturbing. If you are not sure whether you… Read More »
Can An Insurance Company Hire A Private Investigator To Spy On You?
Our workers’ compensation attorney Jason Kobal gets this question more often than you might think. It is not uncommon for workers’ comp insurance companies to hire private investigators to spy on claimants seeking benefits for their work-related injuries and illnesses. If you see someone following you or taking pictures of you in public places,… Read More »
