Work Accident Compensation
In 2006, close to 400 people in Florida were killed in jobsite accidents. In addition to those killed on the job, more than 60,000 workers in Florida were injured on the job and had to pursue work accident compensation under Florida's Workers Compensation Statutes. Victims of work accidents are entitled to work accident compensation for both medical care and wage benefits.
Florida’s work accident compensation laws have strict timelines which establish when and to whom an employee is required to report an on the job injury claim, how and when an injured employee can obtain medical treatment, when they are required to provide information to the employer or their insurance company, and many other rules which govern what medical or money benfits may be provided.
Call us today TOLL FREE (866) 556-5529 to get advice on these issues from an experienced Florida Work Accident Compensation Lawyer.
Victims of work accidents are entitled to compensation for medical care and wage benefits.
Work accident compensation is an area of law which can be extremely confusing and frustrating. The attorneys at Joseph M. Maus, P.A. and Associates have been fighting for work accident compensation for their clients for nearly 15 years.
We have helped thousands of injured workers obtain the medical treatment and money benefits they deserve. This includes obtaining a settlement once the injured worker has received all the other benefits they are entitled to.
We handle the claims on a contingent fee basis.
If We Don't Make A Recovery For You There Are No Attorney Fees Charged.
Many clients just want answers to their questions about work accident compensation such as:
Can I recover my lost wages?
You can obtain compensation for lost wages if you are determined to be partially or totally, and, either temporarily or permanently disabled due to a condition caused on the job or due to the job.
Can I recover 100% of my lost wages?
No. Work accident compensation allows for a maximum recovery of 66 2/3 % of your average wages during the 13 week period before you were injured.
When do I have to report my accident?
The law requires that an on the job injury be reported to the employer within thirty (30) days of the accident occurring.
Can I recover my mileage expense for driving to the doctor?
Yes. Currently, you can be reimbursed .44 cents per mile for travel to and from a doctors office or medical facility. The insurance company has to pay this as part of your work accident compensation.
Can I settle my claim and obtain a lump sum settlement?
Under certain circumstances, an insurance company may be interested in settling your claim. Although you cannot recover money for your pain and suffering, we can help maximize your work accident compensation for future medical care and loss of income.
Can I change my doctor?
The Work Accident Compensation laws allow for a one-time change of physician in every case. An injured worker should be careful when and how to exercise your one time change. If you switch to another doctor that doesn't want to provide additional care or benefits, you may be stuck.
Please call our office for a free, no obligation, consultation. Don't let your employer or an insurance adjustor explain your rights to you. Employers and Insurance companies have dozens of attorneys working for them. Get an attorney that will be on your side. Call us today at (866) 556-5529.
