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You have the right to report a work injury or unsafe conditions without fear of losing your job or income. When an employer retaliates, that conduct is unlawful in Florida. Understanding how retaliation happens helps you stay informed and confident while protecting...
Hotels and resorts in the coastal communities of Florida, like Vero Beach, are always popular with tourists, but winter – and the holidays in particular – bring added tourists who make things even busier. If you or a loved one is on the housekeeping staff of one of...
Here in the Sunshine State, there is no such thing as “construction season,” because construction crews work all 12 months of the year in this subtropical climate. That means that construction injuries occur year-round, too, as this recent accident that occurred...
Nurses make a career out of helping people who are sick, injured or in need of healthcare for any reason. Some of these professionals are so dedicated to the patients they care for that they don’t pay attention to their own health, and they may risk their own safety...
Thousands of Florida employees work hard every day in fast-paced stores and warehouses, such as Amazon and Walmart. The constant pressures dictated by productivity requirements often force them to lift heavy or awkward boxes quickly. Sudden as well as continuous...
A successful workers’ compensation claim can provide injured workers with wage and medical benefits. These benefits can help an injured worker avoid serious financial strain while they recover from their injuries. However, an employee’s workers’ comp claim may be...
Most people want to work for their living. They derive satisfaction and often pleasure from achieving competence and success in the workforce. So, if all that abruptly changes due to an accident or illness that leaves them unable to continue working, they may feel...
We recently discussed some of the reasons for workplace accidents on construction sites. At the top of the list are falls, which lead to the greatest percentage of fatal accidents on construction sites and also lead to serious injuries for many workers. A fall could...
Construction work often involves activities that disturb dust, mold and chemical particles. Workers who breathe in contaminated air for prolonged periods face a heightened risk of contracting airborne illnesses. Understanding these risks is vital for helping to ensure...
Working in construction comes with many different safety risks. Construction professionals need to protect themselves from falls and other gravity-related incidents, including struck-by injuries caused by falling objects. They need to be cautious as they share space...