On behalf of Wieland & DeLattre | Jun 8, 2020 | Workers Compensation
Employers are usually protected from employee lawsuits provided they have a workers’ compensation system in place. That way, if accidental injury occurs, you work with an administrative process as opposed to going through civil claims court. But this is not...
On behalf of Wieland & DeLattre | Apr 15, 2020 | Workers Compensation
From slips, trips and falls to malfunctioning equipment, workers in a wide range of industries risk potentially life-threatening injuries while on the job. According to the National Safety Council, over 4.5 million U.S. workers experience occupational injuries each...
On behalf of Wieland & DeLattre | Mar 31, 2020 | Workers Compensation
Using a ladder on a construction site is second nature for many people, such as roofers and painters. However, just because you’re used to using a ladder doesn’t mean you can take risks with your safety. There are several tips you can follow to ensure your safety...
On behalf of Wieland & DeLattre | Mar 3, 2020 | Workers Compensation
Floridians who suffer injuries requiring time off from work as the result of a workplace accident may file a claim for workers’ compensation benefits. The length of time in which an injured employee may receive benefits is up to two years for a temporary...
On behalf of Wieland & DeLattre | Feb 13, 2020 | Workers Compensation
Hundreds of thousands of full-time, part-time and temporary workers have jobs at Florida theme parks in Orlando and beyond. With long days in the sun and significant physical activity, these employees may be at risk for serious injury in workplace accidents. Whether...
On behalf of Wieland & DeLattre | Feb 10, 2020 | Workers Compensation
You may be eligible for compensation if you become injured at work. The Florida Division of Workers’ Compensation requires most employers to carry an insurance policy to cover medical bills, lost wages and other costs associated with this type of injury. Explore...
On behalf of Wieland & DeLattre | Feb 10, 2020 | Workers Compensation
Florida’s warm weather and theme parks attract visitors from around the world, encouraging on-going construction projects. From the creation of new hotels and rides to freeway projects, thousands of workers lift, crawl, crouch and pull to their physical limits every...
On behalf of Wieland & DeLattre | Dec 4, 2018 | Workers Compensation
The way we go to work is changing. With the wide availability of high-speed internet access, smartphones and laptops, it has become far easier for many employees to simply get to work at home. With remote work policies, not only do employees save time and gas...
On behalf of Wieland & DeLattre | Oct 19, 2018 | Workers Compensation
Whether you work in a cubicle or at a construction site, the unfortunate truth is, workplace accidents happen. Though unexpected and sometimes unavoidable, the fact that they do occur in all workplace environments means that everyone should understand what to do...
On behalf of Wieland & DeLattre | Jun 21, 2018 | Workers Compensation
The department store employee who sees a potentially dangerous spill on the floor, yet does nothing. The driver who was snapping a new story on Snapchat while driving home. The crane operator who comes to work under the influence of alcohol or drugs. The homeowner who...
