What steps do I take if I recently got injured and have to take a lesser paying job due to the injury?
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Answered on January 04, 2019
Sorry to hear about your injury. In your case, you have an average weekly wage (AWW), which is based on your average weekly gross pay for the 13...
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Can I or should I sue? Injuries on the job?
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Answered on December 18, 2018
Sorry to hear about your injuries. If you retain an attorney, they would be pursuing workers' compensation benefits, which is different from a...
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How does a Workers Comp attorney handle such cases?
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Answered on December 10, 2018
Sorry to hear about your injuries. You did not mention settling your case, so my answer assumes you did not settle. If you work-related injury is...
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Do I have to drug test to get worked comp?
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Answered on December 05, 2018
The workers' compensation law does permit your employer to require a drug test if you suffer a work-related accident. If you refuse, it creates a...
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Can I receive back pay for workers compensation payments from missing working and only working part time?
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Answered on November 15, 2018
I would need more information before I could answer. However, if the doctor had you on work restrictions during the time you missed work, and you...
If i sign a paper before started working that i would not sue if i got hurt can i still sue
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Answered on November 15, 2018
Yes. Florida statute 440.21(2) provides "An agreement by an employee to waive her or his right to compensation under this chapter is invalid." If...
If my workers comp doctor gives me a restriction of no use of left arm or shoulder and the job wants me to come back to work
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Answered on October 26, 2018
Your employer is allowed to find work for you within your restrictions. In these situations, I always instruct my clients to go to work, whether...
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Can I work while on workers compensation
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Answered on October 23, 2018
Yes, as long as you are working within the restrictions of the doctor. If your employer is unable to accommodate the restrictions, the insurance...
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How much do workmans compensation pay per mile ito and from dr. office in fla.?
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Answered on October 20, 2018
The carrier pays 44 cents per mile for travel to and from all medical appointments and the pharmacy.
Can my employer use my sick days if I got injured on the job before they start paying me for workers comp?
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Answered on October 19, 2018
The workers' compensation laws regarding payment of lost wages include a 7 day waiting period. If you are able to return to full duty work within...