Workers’ Compensation

Whether you adore your job, loathe your job or approach your employment in the spirit of “a job is a job,” chances are that you engage in some of the same tasks repetitively, week in and week out. You may spend a significant amount of time typing, lifting, bending,...

All too often, workers are under the impression that they are only entitled to file for workers’ compensation benefits if they sustain harm in certain ways or in certain places. In reality, because the workers’ comp system in Florida isn’t fault-based, there are very...

One of the biggest health concerns that workers face is back problems. Some back problems are caused by car accidents or slip-and-fall accidents. But, one cause of back problems comes, simply, from lifting objects, which is an especially common issue with workers....

Most complaints employees report after a workplace accident involves back pain, often with some loss of movement and function. Workers often ignore pain and mobility issues, assuming the injury is minor and will heal without medical care. Work-related back pain does...

From construction work to office work, pretty much every occupation comes with its share of hazards. And most of these hazards have something to do with the employee’s health and well-being. It is for this reason that workers’ compensation laws are in place to ensure...

Baggage handlers provide a valuable service to anyone who’s traveling. While most people think of these individuals as being involved in the airline industry, they’re also part of other niches in the travel industry, such as cruise lines and hotels. The nature of the...

In many factory jobs, machines are essentially used to perform the entire task. The worker’s job is simply to run the machine, usually by activating it by pushing a button. What you’ll find, however, is that many of these machines have two-hand controls. This means...

Lifeguards, whether they’re working at the beach, a waterpark, or a pool, provide a valuable service to the public. Their employers must ensure they have what they need to save lives and remain safe while doing so.  Safety on the lifeguard stand begins with proper...

Flight crew provides a valuable service to the air travelers who book flights with an airline. Anyone who’s been on a flight has come into contact with a flight attendant who ensures the passengers have a safe flight that’s as comfortable as possible. These flight...

You work in an office, so it’s certainly not like you face the same kinds of hazards that first responders, medical workers or construction crews do – but that doesn’t mean that your job is actually free of danger. Office workers can (and do) end up injured all the...