Workplace injuries happen all the time, and when they do, they can have devastating effects on the injured party. The workers’ compensation insurance system was implemented to mitigate the financial impacts of being injured on the job, but it doesn’t...
Car accidents occur every second of the day in the United States. According to the Highway Traffic Safety Administration, around 30,000 to 40,000 people die each year in the United States alone. This number does not account for the many thousands who become injured....
Workers’ compensation laws were put into effect to protect workers against injuries caused on the job. When someone is injured on the job, they have the right to receive wage replacement benefits and medical coverage while they recover. Some people also receive...
Under Florida law, workers’ compensation settlements are voluntary. Neither the injured worker, commonly referred to as the claimant, nor the insurance carrier can force the other side to settle. Both parties have to be willing to discuss settlement and both sides...
As car accident attorneys, one of the things we get asked all the time is: “What do I do after I have a car accident?” This may seem like a simple question with a simple answer, but it is not. Many times, after a car accident people are shaken up, scared, anxious, and...
The title of this article is one you have currently heard on many occasions, so much so that it is frequently ignored. But when it comes to the issue of lawyer advertising, you would be well-served to pay close attention. Caution is advised. Have you noticed the...
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Car accidents can impact a person for a lifetime. After an accident, it is common that a person will experience injuries, lost wages, property damage, emotional distress, and many other lasting effects. At Legler, Murphy, & Battaglia, LLP, our goal is to fight for...
The workers compensation system in Florida does compensate injured workers for their lost wages if they are temporarily or permanently unable to work due to their work-related injuries. Generally, there are three types of compensation for lost wages: 1. Temporary...
If you’re disabled and no longer capable of working you may be asking how the SSA decide if you’re disabled and no longer able to work. You may be surprised to know that there are many steps to disability approval, and no two cases are the same. The Social Security...
