Workers' Compensation Blog
National Safety Month Highlights Importance of Workplace Safety
Posted on behalf of Gordon & Partners on Jun 18, 2019 in Workers' CompensationThe National Safety Council (NSC) is hosting National Safety Month this June to highlight the importance of workplace safety by addressing the leading causes of injury and death in the workplace. It provides helpful information on how to reduce Workplace…
Read MoreDeath Benefits Available Under Florida’s Workers’ Compensation System
Posted on behalf of Gordon & Partners on May 09, 2019 in Workers' CompensationSurviving dependents of a worker who passed away due to a work-related injury or illness may be eligible for death benefits through the Florida Workers’ Compensation system. These benefits can help pay for medical, funeral and burial expenses and…
Read MoreWorkers' Compensation Claims Based on Exposure to Toxins in the Workplace
Posted on behalf of Gordon & Partners on Mar 13, 2019 in Workers' CompensationIn some industries, workers are exposed to toxic chemicals or substances, often on a daily basis. These toxins can cause serious injuries or even death. Employers have the legal responsibility to ensure that employees have a safe working environment free…
Read MoreHow to Handle a Denied Workers' Compensation Claim
Posted on behalf of Gordon & Partners on Dec 27, 2018 in Workers' CompensationInjuries that occur at work or while performing work-related duties may be covered by Workers’ Compensation . Injured workers…
Read MoreFrequently Asked Questions for Injured Workers about Florida Workers' Compensation
Posted on behalf of Gordon & Partners on Oct 18, 2018 in Workers' CompensationIf you have been injured in an accident on the job or contracted a work-related illness, you may be entitled to …
Read MoreCan I File a Third-Party Injury Claim After a Workplace Accident?
Posted on behalf of Gordon & Partners on Jul 16, 2018 in Workers' CompensationWhen an employee suffers an injury while working, he or she has the right to file a workers' compensation claim. …
Read MoreDo I Need a Workers’ Compensation Lawyer?
Posted on behalf of Gordon & Partners on Jan 03, 2018 in Workers' CompensationWorkers’ Compensation benefits can provide much-needed financial support for medical expenses and lost wages after an injury on the job. However, the process…
Read MoreThe Rights of Construction Workers
Posted on behalf of Gordon & Partners on Sep 05, 2017 in Workers' CompensationThe Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) reports that construction workers are more likely to be injured on the job compared to workers in other professions. As such, OSHA has extra safety requirements for construction sites and employers…
Read More2016 Top 10 Workplace Safety Violations
Posted on behalf of Gordon & Partners on Oct 27, 2016 in Workers' CompensationThe Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) recently released its preliminary list of the workplace safety and health violations most often cited during 2016 based on an analysis of nearly 32,000 inspections. According to the Administration,…
Read MoreMan Falls from 15th Floor of West Palm Beach Construction Site
Posted on behalf of Gordon & Partners on Sep 06, 2016 in Workers' CompensationA West Palm Beach man fell to his death while working on a construction site for a new apartment building in downtown West Palm Beach on Sept. 1. The building sits on Fern Street at the northeast corner of South Dixie Highway and is set to be finished…
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