A very common occurrence that we assist people with in our practice is what to do when they are involved in a motor vehicle accident while working. Specifically, situations where the accident didn’t happen while going to and coming from work or at lunchtime, but it actually occurred while on the clock and while
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Update on Florida Coronavirus Statistics in Workers’ Compensation Claims
By Dean Freeman
Many employees lost their jobs due to the COVID-19/Coronavirus pandemic and economic fallout. Many others became “remote” employees overnight. However, there is a large subset of individuals who are still continuing to work at physical locations. Initially, this was limited to “essential” workers, however, at present a large percentage of the labor pool is working…
Workers Compensation Law in Florida during the COVID-19 Pandemic
By Dean Freeman
As most Floridians are aware as of the date of this blog, the Ron DeSantis, Governor of Florida has issued a “Stay at Home” Order for all of Florida as a result of the global pandemic, COVID-19 (Coronavirus). However, while many individuals have lost their jobs and unemployment is at a historic high, there are…
What Duties Does a Condominium Owe Me If I Fall on their Property?
By Dean Freeman
Aaron Papero, Esquire Freeman Injury Law
So, you slipped or tripped and fell and injured yourself while in the common area of your condominium. What duty does the Condominium owe to you as a tenant or invited guest otherwise known as an “invitee”?
Under Florida law, a landowner owes you two duties:
Pre-Employment Applications Are More Important Than You May Realize
By Dean Freeman
When an individual applies for a new job, they often receive a pre-employment application and questionnaire. As a part of this application, in addition to being asked about your personal information, the often ask questions about your health and physical well-being. Employers are within their rights to ask about your physical condition prior to employing…
The Rise and “Phal” of the Workers’ Compensation System
By Dean Freeman
The Rise and “Phal” of the Workers’ Compensation System- by: Diana I. Castrillon, Esq.
In February of 2013 a three-judge panel at the First District Court of Appeals in the case of Westphal v. City of St. Petersberg ruled that a portion of the Florida Workers Compensation statute was unconstitutional. Specifically, the Court held:
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Orlando Ranks 7th in the Nation for Aggressive Drivers
By Dean Freeman
The city of Orlando is among the nation’s most popular tourist destinations. Known for its sunny Florida weather, restaurants, and museums as well as its world-famous theme parks. Orlando belongs on a number of prized top ten lists, but unfortunately, Orlando also makes it into the top ten of a recent list of cities with…