How does that apply when it comes to working for a US Company that does Business both in the US and Brazil? What about a company that does business just in Brazil? Both positions are unpaid
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answered on Apr 15, 2024
The ability of an international student to work in their home country during summer break depends on several factors, including the student's visa status, the laws of their home country, and the policies of the company they wish to work for.
Regarding your specific questions:... View More 
I sustained an injury at my previous job five years ago, and workers' compensation covered the foot surgery. I was out of work for 10 months, but now, six months after separating from the company, I have a significant lump where the surgery was performed, and the pain has returned. Since I no... View More
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answered on Apr 15, 2024
The answer depends on a lot of factors. There are too many to list here. There is a 2-year statute of limitations to file a workers' compensation claim. Therefore, it is important to determine if your claim is still viable after 5 years. You need to determine if your case is still open or... View More
I am resigning from a law firm in Florida that I have required billables (workers comp), but payment from those billable hours can take up to 3 months sometimes. Am I entitled to everything I billed for before my resignation. My firm only wants to pay what ever comes in up to my last day and... View More
answered on Mar 27, 2024
The answer is in your employment agreement. The question you want to ask is on what ground the firm may have to pay you until your last day. Isn't the last day normally after the resignation day?
Anyways, it seems that this is a breach of contract case. You should examine your... View More
The company he worked for was bright future electric in Bradenton Florida his name was Ezra gross he died on 11/10/23 my name is Amy gross my birthday is 7/12/78 I have no idea what the law firms name was the only thing I can barely remember is I think they were based out of Miami area
answered on Mar 17, 2024
Contact the clerk of court for the county where the case was filed and ask for information concerning the case (probably your name vs. Bright Future Electric).
The night before I was attacked the same customer threatened me and threw all type of items at me that were displayed on the counter. I reported the incident to my manager nothing was done about it. Because the next night I was attacked by the same person in the store.
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answered on Mar 9, 2024
If you were attacked by a customer while working at 7-11 and had previously reported threats from the same individual to your manager, you may have grounds for legal action against your employer. Employers have a legal obligation to provide a safe working environment for their employees and to take... View More
I did drug test alcohol test but still was terminated. Trailer roll over I follow all instructions and directions. They still will not tell me why I was terminated. They said it was best to part ways because of insurance liability. I received no tickets. I Had minor left shoulder pain. No tickets... View More
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answered on Dec 4, 2023
You are entitled to workers' compensation benefits if you sought or seek medical attention and are unable to work. You should contract an employment lawyer in your area.
He dislocated my knee and foot was injured. the school knows of his issues yet refuses to put this child where he can get the help he needs. I will not be able to return to my profession due to my injuries. He attacks other students and teachers..kicking, biting, etc.
answered on Sep 7, 2023
So any injury that occurs on the job entitles you to Worker’s Compensation through your employer. However, if it is a third-party that injured you, you can pursue a claim against the child’s parents provided that the parents knew or should’ve known that their child was extremely dangerous,... View More
I stopped receiving worker’s compensation about a year and a half ago but social security is telling me that I’m receiving it still and they never removed me from their system. That is affecting my social security case. What can I do to correct this?
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answered on Sep 21, 2023
You should contact your local Social Security office to provide them with documentation showing that your worker's compensation benefits have ceased. They will need this information to update their records and resolve the discrepancy affecting your Social Security case. It's important to... View More
As a 100 ton boat captain I was training on a new job with a fast boat that holds 30 passengers. While training under the command of another captain at the helm. I was injured. I was also injured the day before due to safety issues below deck. Both injuries to my deck I informed my employer by... View More
answered on May 6, 2023
I'm sorry about your injuries. Yes, on your first question, it sounds like you would qualify for maintenance and cure. Those fast boats are usually domestically registered and do not operate under offshore flags. I can't be certain, based on the details of the post, but I would guess that... View More
I settle a workers comp case for 2015 with an indemnity and now the social security benefits being reduced due to the offset effective date of March, 2023 I was never aware that this had being a computer decision for group A when it should have been Group B this was an social security
error... View More
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answered on May 2, 2023
If you believe that there has been an error in the Social Security offset calculation for your workers' compensation settlement, you can take several steps to address the issue.
First, you should gather any documentation related to your settlement and the offset calculation. This might... View More
Ive been contracting work for a large hospital healthcare system, I was repairing a fallen fence on hospital property. It was covered in shrubbery some of which was poison ivy. I couldn’t see it amonst the other shrubs and vines. It turned into a terrible case, all over my arms, torso, legs,... View More
answered on Apr 15, 2023
A Florida attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for a week. Was the hospital negligent in any manner? A fallen fence that had poison ivy on it on its own might not necessarily amount to negligence, unless there are additional details. Ordinary, something like this could be... View More
What can I do if my employer never close my case with my doctors and I’m unable to see my doctors? I’m trying to contact them but it’s going to their voicemail. Can I sue them for pain and suffering because of all the stress they’re causing me?
answered on Apr 7, 2023
If the indemnity/lost wages portion of your case was settled but the medical portion of your case remained open, you should contact your attorney or an attorney that has experience in workers' compensation cases to help. You may be able to file a petition for benefits seeking continued... View More
Transition to work my employer offered me
Can I still get my Occupational Therapy through my employer.
answered on Mar 9, 2023
You can get therapy even if you refuse to return to work, which only really affects to getting work comp checks. However, before you refuse the job that was offered, I'd highly recommend that you speak to an attorney licensed to practice law in Florida and who handles workers'... View More
I am employee who was dating a manager and we both kept it private and at work we stay so professional and no one never know about us. and another employee saw us outside the job on a date away from the area no where near where we work. The employee who saw us went back report it and it cause us... View More
answered on Mar 9, 2023
No. Employment being "at will", your employer can fire employees for any reason if it wants to. And the other employee is not liable to you for accurately reporting what she or he saw.
I broke my left ankle at the office back in June and was entitled to workers comp who has been paying for everything, of course. Since I injured my left ankle I had to rely solely on my right leg to support everything for the first 5 months. This led to me injuring my right knee a month ago. It’s... View More
answered on Dec 21, 2022
Very good question! This would, most likely, fall under the initial date of accident with the insurance company, even though it's, technically, a new accident. If this new injury happened while working, it could either be a new injury or fall under the original accident. Either way, you should... View More
My husband cut his hand at work. It was very minor. His employer thought it would be a good idea to go to a doctor and file a claim with workmans comp. My husband told his employer he smoked marijuana and had a prescription, they said it was fine so against his better judgement and at the request... View More
answered on Dec 8, 2022
Work comp shouldn't be requiring random drug testing as it relates to the injury and original date of accident unless the authorized treating physician is prescribing medications and drug testing is medically necessary. However, the employer may have a drug free workplace program in place but... View More
Accident requiring back surgery.my question is should being on time clock at time of accident be helped by my employers workers comp? And if so is it to late ??
answered on Dec 7, 2022
Yes, workers comp is for on-the-job injuries. You were driving as part of your paid duties, so you were on the job. But if the accident was the other driver's fault, you can also set up a claim with that driver's insurance and, if necessary, sue the driver (and owner, if different from... View More
My Dr. stated that I need to change my job role in my company due to medical issues that could worsen if I stay in the same role. The company I work for has been working to change me roles for two years (couldn't collect unemployment or disability for some reason). They called today saying... View More
answered on Dec 6, 2022
You should contact a Florida employment attorney to discuss this situation further, as this will be a highly fact-intensive situation. While the Americans with Disabilities Act permits you to request accommodations - including a position reassignment - your employer need not maintain your same pay... View More
I have filed formal complaints with the administration and the administration simply does not respond - Yet, continues to place me in harms way wth duties that bring me in contact with this volatile student. who know feels empowered to really intimidate and harass me every chance she gets
I work at a Twin Peaks restaurant in South Florida which requires me and my fellow servers to wear tight jean shorts for our shifts. I and the majority of my coworkers routinely develop yeast infections from the hot climate, tight shorts, and fast-paced nature of a server position. I believe these... View More
answered on Oct 10, 2022
In theory, yes. Essentially, you would be seeking medical or lost wage benefits. Damages such as pain and suffering are not available in Florida Workers' Compensation cases. However, it may be difficult to meet the standard of proof required by Florida Workers' Compensation law. The type... View More
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