We all work hard for our paychecks — regardless of the type of employment we do. And although construction, manufacturing and industrial workers tend to suffer some of the highest injury rates, any worker in any job could be injured or suffer a work-related illness.
When this happens, workers' compensation benefits are available.
Types Of Workers' Compensation Benefits Available
In Florida, workers injured on the job are entitled to recover:
- Medical expenses related to on-the-job injuries or illnesses, including mileage to and from doctors' appointments
- Partial repayment of lost wages due to temporary total or partial disability
- Social Security Disability benefits if you are permanently restricted or prevented from working at all due to a disability that result from the injury or illness
- Death benefits for surviving immediate family members if an injury or illness proves fatal within one year
Unfortunately, employers and insurance companies can make it difficult for workers to get the benefits they deserve after a workplace accident.
Support From Our Team
At Rosenthal, Levy, Simon & Ryles, our team of experienced attorneys are ready to help you. We have decades of experience standing up for the rights of injured workers in South Florida, including West Palm Beach, Port St. Lucie, and Palm Beach County, and we will fight to obtain the maximum accident injury compensation for your claim.
We frequently work with insurance companies and are adept at negotiating to get you the compensation you deserve to get back on your feet.
Contact Us Today To Schedule A Free Consultation. Call 561-331-5134.
Let us help you with your workers' compensation claim. If you would be more comfortable discussing your case in Spanish, email one of our Spanish-speaking lawyers today.
For more information, visit our FAQs on workers' compensation.