FAQs about Workers’ Compensation Claims in Florida
Workers’ compensation is an insurance program that provides benefits to employees who suffer from work-related injuries or illnesses. This system is designed to protect both the employee and the employer in the event of an accident or injury. The state’s Department of Financial Services Division of Workers’ Compensation regulates the program in Florida. If you’ve been injured on the job, you may have many questions about how to file a claim and the benefits to which you may be entitled. This article will answer some of the most frequently asked questions we receive at Keller, Melchiorre & Walsh. Our firm is ready to provide expert representation if you have any reason to believe your employer, or their insurance provider, is treating you unfairly. You can contact us online for a free consultation, or you can call (561) 295-5825. How Long Do I Have to Report an Injury to My Employer? In Florida, you must report your injury to your employer within 30 days of the accident or the discovery of the injury. Failure to report the injury within this time frame could result in losing your right to benefits. It’s essential to report your injury as soon as possible to...
Common Workplace Injuries
Workplace injuries can occur anywhere. While you might associate them more with dangerous professions such as construction, there are many other ways they could happen. Someone could, for instance, suffer a severe injury in a car accident while driving for their job, or a moving company employee could try to lift something too heavy and hurt their back. Whatever workplace injury you’ve suffered, you should contact a Keller, Melchiorre & Walsh attorney if you have difficulty obtaining the compensation you deserve. You can schedule a free consultation by calling (561) 295-5825 or contacting us online. The following are some workplace injuries that occur far too often. Burns Burns are a common type of injury that can occur in the workplace, often due to accidents involving fire, chemicals, electricity, or hot surfaces. They can range in severity from minor to life-threatening and cause significant pain, discomfort, and long-term physical and emotional trauma. Some of the most common causes of workplace burns include exposure to chemicals or toxic substances, electrical hazards, fires or explosions, and contact with hot machinery or equipment. Broken Bones and Fractures Broken bones, also known as fractures, are a common type of injury that can occur in the...
Can I Be Compensated for Lost Earning Capacity?
Just about any sort of workplace accident can result in a devastating injury. When it happens, the victim will, understandably, tend to focus on the short term. They don’t know how they’ll be able to make up for the money they’ll lose because they can’t work. Victims aren’t sure how they’ll be able to handle their medical bills. But if an injury is particularly severe, there will also be long-term concerns. What if you can’t go back to your original job and have to take something that pays less? What if you can’t work at all? A workers' compensation attorney with Keller, Melchiorre & Walsh will be here to answer whatever questions you have. We’ll be more than happy to help you file your claim and tell you what types of accidents are covered and which ones aren’t covered. If you get resistance, or your claim is flat-out denied, we’ll provide the aggressive representation it will take to get you the money you deserve. Get in touch with us as soon as possible by contacting us online or calling (561) 295-5825 for a free consultation. What is Lost Earning Capacity? This is basically the money an injury victim will lose because...
Do I Need to Hire a Workers’ Compensation Attorney
If you’ve suffered a workplace injury, a lot of questions are probably swirling around in your mind. One of them might be whether or not you’ll need to hire a workers’ compensation attorney. There are, unfortunately, a lot of instances where hard-working people don’t get what they deserve because either their employer or the insurance company violated their rights by denying them the money they had coming. A workers’ comp attorney with Keller, Melchiorre & Walsh won’t let this happen to you. If there is any reason for you to believe you're being treated unfairly when it comes to your claim, we’ll work to make sure justice is served. We have a great deal of experience with workers’ comp cases, and we also have a long track record of success. Learn more about what we may be able to do for you by giving us a call at (561) 295-5825 or contacting us online. When Your Workers’ Compensation Claim is Denied, Contacting an Attorney is Your Best Bet You might have been injured in a slip and fall at work, or you were hurt while working on a construction site. Or, you might have been in a car accident while driving...
Fall Off Ladder Injuries at Work
One of the most common injuries that occurs in work places is a fall from a ladder. Whether this type of accident occurs on a construction site or anywhere else, the injuries that result can be devastating. A victim can be so badly hurt they’ll never be the same – they might not even be able to do the simple, everyday tasks that we take for granted. If this has happened to you or a loved one, get in touch with the attorneys at Keller, Melchiorre & Walsh as soon as you can. We will investigate to determine why the accident happened, and do all we possibly can in an effort to help you obtain maximum compensation. If you would like to schedule a free evaluation of your case, please contact us online or give us a call at (561) 295-5825. What Causes Ladder Falls? People will typically assume that when someone falls off of a ladder, it’s completely their fault. They either didn’t set the ladder up correctly, or they lost focus and missed a rung. But the reality is there can be a lot of different reasons that fall off ladder injuries at work happen – and, in...
What’s Covered by Florida Workers’ Compensation Claims
If you’ve been injured in a workplace accident, you're likely considering filing a Florida workers’ compensation claim. You might have been in a slip and fall accident, or you were injured in some other way. This can be a pretty complex topic to try and understand – especially if you haven’t been through this kind of situation before. The attorneys with Keller, Melchiorre & Walsh will be here if you have any questions. If you need our help, we’ll be ready to make sure your rights are protected at every turn. We’ve achieved positive results for our clients for several years, and we’ll be well prepared to do the same thing for you. You can get in touch with us by contacting us online or calling (561) 295-5825 for a no-cost consultation. The following is some information on what is covered through workers’ compensation claims in Florida, and what options you may have if your claim is denied. Initial Medical Treatment Once you’ve been hurt, worker’s comp insurance should pay for all medical bills associated with your claim. You may, for instance, have been injured badly enough that you had to go to the emergency room. You might have required...
What to DO and NOT DO in a Florida Workers’ Compensation Claim
Any sort of workplace injury, whether you were in a car accident when driving on company time, or you were hurt because you sat on a defective break room chair, can result in long-term debilitation. This can mean you’re going to be unable to work for a long time. And you may panic because you’re not sure how you’re going to make ends meet. It’s situations exactly like this that are the reason worker’s compensation exists. A Florida workers’ compensation claim can help provide the money you need to pay your bills while you recover. Unfortunately, these claims don’t always proceed as smoothly as they should. If you’re having problems obtaining the money you deserve, the workers’ comp attorneys with Keller, Melchiorre & Walsh may be able to help. We have a deep understanding of this area of the law, and we’ll be ready to put our knowledge and experience to work for you. Schedule a free case review by using our online contact form or calling (561) 295-5825. Here’s some information on what you should do – and just importantly, what you should NOT do – if you’re in the process of filing a Florida workers’ comp claim. What...
Common Workers’ Comp Denials and How to Fight Them
If you’ve suffered a workplace injury, whether you slipped and fell due to a co-worker’s negligence, or you were hurt due to your employer failing to make your construction site safe, you already have enough to worry about. You’re in a lot of pain, and you’re frustrated because you can’t get back on the job. The last thing you should have to deal with is an insurance company that makes it difficult for you to obtain your rightful workers’ compensation. Unfortunately, that’s the case for far too many people across the state of Florida on a regular basis. If you find yourself in this position, get in touch with the workers’ compensation lawyers with Keller, Melchiorre & Walsh as soon as you can. We know the tricks insurers try to play when it comes to denying claims, and we know how to defeat them. Contact us online or call (561) 295-5825 for a free consultation. Here are just a few examples of how the insurance company handling your claim may try to make it hard to get the money you deserve. You’ll also learn how a skilled legal representative may be able to help. The Insurance Company Claims Florida’s Workers’...