Q: If I work in an office with 12 people does my employer have to offer workers comp?
A: In order to be more specific in my response to your question, I would need far more information. The law as to how many employees an employer must have before workers' compensation coverage is required in the state of Florida depends on many variables. Such variables include, but are not limited to, the type of work the company is engaged, whether the company is private or public, and if the "people" you reference in your question are independent contractors, employees by statutory definition, or owners with exemptions. Sorry I could not be more specific. If you have had a work injury, it is critical you report the same to your employer immediately. Best wishes.
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