Andrew S. Neuwelt Law Blog

A signature issue for Gov. Rick Scott, the executive order requiring random drug testing of many current state employees as well as pre-hire testing for applicants was declared unconstitutional by a Miami federal judge today.U.S. District Judge Ursula Ungaro ruled that blanket testing of Florida's state employees violates the Fourth Amendment ban on unreasonable searches and seizures. The ruling could eventually have an impact on a new state law also... Read More

An Orlando motorcycle mechanic and training instructor suffered several injuries while employed with Universal Technical Institute (UTI) over the past eleven years. In 2003 he suffered injuries to his head, in 2005 he injured his low back while lifting, in 2009 he injured his left hand, elbow, wrist and shoulder resulting in multiple... Read More

On July 26, 2007, David Barone, a 59 year-old New Smyrna Beach, Florida construction worker, fell approximately 20 feet from a platform resulting in a shattered right heel and multiple left foot fractures. The accident was accepted as compensable and the workers' compensation carrier provided several unsuccessful open reduction surgeries. Over the course of several years the fractures resulted in non-unions (a failure of healing following a... Read More

Recently, an injured employee from Miami, Florida called
seeking advice about an injury she suffered in Broward County, Florida. After
speaking with this very nice woman for a few minutes, I realized one of her
main concerns was how she was going to pay for an attorney's services.
Apparently, following the filing of the workers' compensation incident form by her... Read More

Allegations contained in lawsuits from 19 past and present
employees who worked in the Broward County courthouse
claim toxic substances in the building are have made them sick. The injured employees
claim the courthouse, located in Fort Lauderdale,
Florida, is... Read More

On July 26, 2007, David Barone, a 59 year-old New Smyrna
Beach, Florida construction worker, fell approximately 20 feet from a platform
resulting in a shattered right heel and multiple left foot fractures. The
accident was accepted as compensable and the workers' compensation carrier
provided several unsuccessful open reduction surgeries. Over the course of
several years the fractures resulted in non-unions (a failure of healing
... Read More

Workplace accidents, injuries and exposures happen all the time. Though rules are in place to report these situations, it will ultimately be your responsibility to make sure your supervisors are aware and report it to the insurance carriers.

Speak to one of our attorneys by calling us at 1-877-WE-CAN-HELP or contact us at http://www.franksandkoenig.com

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I am reposting an article I was quoted in written by Art Buono

http://www.lawyers.com/our-blog/archives/1112-Workers-Comp-No-Safe-Harbor-for-Reporting-Injur y.html

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After being hurt at work the first thing you want is medical care and assurances your lost wages will be paid until you are able to return to work. Unfortunately, most insurance companies care more about saving money than spending it on you.

As you watch your bills pile up, the insurance company is taking their time investigating the accident. This can place an incredible burden on both your finances and state of mind as you are left to waiting for both a doctor’s appointment... Read More

An injured employee who underwent a low back fusion through his employer's Workers' Compensation carrier was recently recommended an orthopedic recliner. The insurance company denied the request saying it was not medically necessary and no specific chair was identified. The Judge reviewed the evidence and granted the injured employee's request for an orthopedic chair. Further, the Judge suggested the insurance company obtain the services of a professional to find a suitable orthopedic... Read More