Monthly Archives: February 2024

Struck by a Vehicle While Working in Florida: Can I Get Compensation?
Injuries caused by moving vehicles are some of the most common in Florida’s many workplaces. Whether you work at an office, a construction site, or anywhere else, the threat of reckless drivers is ever-present. These drivers have even shown that they are capable of crashing straight into buildings – meaning that even indoor workers… Read More »

What Does It Mean to “Appeal” Your Workers’ Compensation Claim in Florida?
According to the Collins Dictionary, the definition of “appeal” is “to ask earnestly for help or support.” This might be the definition that most Tampa residents are familiar with, but the term “appeal” has a much more specific meaning in the legal world. When you appeal a decision, you ask a higher court to… Read More »

OSHA Recommends Helmets Instead of Hard Hats for Construction
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), thousands of US construction workers have lost their lives over the past few years as a direct result of Traumatic Head Injuries (TBIs). Perhaps in response to these worrying statistics, the Occupational Health and Safety Administration (OSHA) has announced a radical shift away from… Read More »

Suing After a Factory Explosion in Tampa
Factory workers in Florida face numerous hazards – including being caught in machinery, being exposed to toxins, and suffering repetitive strain injuries. However, one of the most overlooked dangers for these often-underappreciated workers is an explosion. Factories explode on a relatively regular basis across the United States, and Florida has seen plenty of these… Read More »