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Have You Been Injured In the Workplace?

Workers Compensation Law

It is an unfortunate fact that many workers in the North Florida, South Georgia region will become injured, disabled or even die in work

related incidents. The Florida Workers Compensation system was established to help injured employees and their families overcome the

financial hardships that on the job injuries can cause. If you are the victim of a workplace accident, or one that happened outside of the

office but during work hours, the first thing you must do is get the immediate medical attention you need. At the same time or as soon

as possible, you need to notify your employer of the accident.

Florida Workers Compensation Overview

Under Florida's workers' compensation laws, an injured worker is generally entitled to one

of two types of work compensation benefits.

First, the injured worker can seek the recovery of payments for medically necessary

remedial treatments, general care and attendance to include prescribed medications and

any medical devices ordered by the work-comp doctor.

The second category of workers' compensation benefits includes payment of money and

indemnity benefits for reparation of a work-related disability. Payments for workers'

compensation benefits do not include compensation for the victim's pain and suffering,

Why Should I Consult an Experienced Workers'

At the Law Office of L. Jack Gibney, our initial consultation concerns itself with getting

workers' compensation based on the injury or illness you suffered on the job and your

work situation. According to Florida state law, most employees will be qualified for

workers' compensation but there are exceptions. We can quickly determine if you

have a valid claim for compensation and what your benefits should be. Once your

eligibility is confirmed, there are many rules to be adhered to and forms to correctly fill

out in order to successfully file your claim.

Time limits have been established which govern the reporting of an injury to your

employer and to the proper filing of your claim. Your employer is also required to

report the accident to the insurance company within a specified period of time.

Certain medical documentation will need to be made part of your claim and specific

forms are to be used if permanent disability is being claimed. Workers' comp benefits

are routinely denied and by using a skilled attorney, the usual errors that cause claims

to be turned back can be avoided. This may speed up the time it takes to get the

benefits you need and deserve.

If you are injured on the job, it is imperative that you take steps to protect your

future. Considering the complex nature of Workers' Compensation claims, it's best to

consult an attorney as soon as possible after your injury, even if you completely trust

your employer.

Workers' Compensation is a tricky subject, legally speaking. It is based on laws that

were passed to protect employees in the event of a sidelining injury that causes

physical trauma and renders them unable to work. While virtually every employer

carries this insurance, it is full of pitfalls and caveats that most employers and

insurance adjusters exploit to their advantageand your disadvantage.

Common Workers' Comp Injuries