Author Archives: Jay Butchko
Dislocated Knee: Can I File a Workers’ Compensation Claim in Tampa?
The Cleveland Clinic states that dislocated knees are fairly common in the United States. This type of dislocation is associated with severe pain, swelling, and misshapen knees. If you dislocated your knee at work, you might wonder whether you can file a workers’ compensation claim. This type of compensation allows you to take time… Read More »
Workplace Electrical Accident in Tampa Bay Area Causes One Death and Two Injuries
Electricity is one of the most dangerous hazards for workers in the Tampa Bay Area, and this was made clear after a recent accident that caused one death and two injuries. Many workers operate in close proximity to electricity, and this hazard can change lives in an instant. If an electrical accident harmed you… Read More »
My Loved One Is in a Coma After a Tampa Workplace Accident: What Can I Do?
Many workplace injuries can leave employees in a comatose state. These might include severe head injuries, and concerned loved ones might not know whether their relatives will ever regain consciousness. Often, families face the difficult decision of whether to remove their loved one from life support. If there is still hope, ongoing life-sustaining treatment… Read More »
Can You Get Workers’ Compensation for Psychological Injuries in Tampa?
Workplace accidents in Tampa can be extremely traumatic. Some workers experience shootings and violence, and they may struggle to come to terms with these incidents. Others witness their colleagues suffering catastrophic injuries or fatalities, and these memories may remain for years. But can you really file a workers’ comp claim based on psychological injuries?… Read More »
Does Workers’ Comp Cover the Cost of an Air Ambulance in Tampa?
Rapid transport to nearby medical centers is critical for many injured workers in Tampa. This is particularly true for workers operating in rural areas. In this type of situation, an air ambulance (helicopter) might be the only viable option to deliver effective treatment and potentially save a worker’s life. Unfortunately, this type of transport… Read More »
Options for Tampa Workers Injured in Car Accidents
Many Tampa workers drive for a living, and the road can be a dangerous place. If you were injured in a car accident while on the job, you may be eligible for various sources of compensation. The two main sources of compensation in this situation are workers’ compensation claims and auto accident claims. Both… Read More »
Injured During Lunch Break in Tampa: Can I File a Claim?
The lunch break might seem like an intrinsic part of the average workday in Tampa, but its emergence was fairly recent. Sources indicate that employers first began giving their workers lunch breaks during the Industrial Revolution, when people started moving away from farms to work in factories. If you were injured during your lunch… Read More »
Financial Options for Injured Roofers in Tampa
According to numerous statistics, roofing is one of the most dangerous trades in the nation. Each year, countless roofers across the United States suffer numerous injuries – and many of these accidents occur in Florida. Roofing is a major industry in the Sunshine State, as homeowners and businesses must inspect and repair their roofs… Read More »
Explosion Injured One Worker in the Tampa Bay Area
Although workplace accidents of all types are dangerous, explosions are particularly alarming for obvious reasons. An explosion can cause multiple injuries and fatalities, along with disfigurements and PTSD. A recent detonation at a garbage removal facility injured one worker, and it highlights the various dangers that sanitation workers might face. If you were injured… Read More »
What Constitutes Gross Negligence in a Tampa Construction Accident?
A Tampa construction accident may involve “gross negligence,” and this can have considerable implications for injured workers. If you can prove that your injury was caused by gross negligence, you may be able to sue your employer (or any other negligent party) directly. This is beneficial because it can potentially lead to more compensation… Read More »
