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If you’ve been unfortunate enough to be #injured at work, you may be wondering what to do next.

It’s imperative that you not only report your injury to your employer in a timely manner but that you properly report the injury. Mistakes in reporting can be challenging to overcome.

#Florida #workerscompensation law requires you to report your injury to your employer within 30 days. If you’ve been injured let your supervisor know immediately. If it’s an emergency it will be obvious that you need immediate care. If the injury is non-emergent your supervisor may have you fill out an incident report. Make sure you request a copy.

If there is no incident report filed, be sure to send an email with the date and time of the injury, a description, and a request for medical treatment.

Your employer should then direct you to an initial doctor who is usually at a walk-in clinic. They should also notify the insurance company of your injury and you will eventually hear from them.

Failure to report your injury in a timely manner can result in your claim being denied.

If you’ve been injured on the job and want an experienced advocate by your side, give me a call for a free consultation. I’ll take a look at the details of your case and give you my opinion.

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You’ve got #workerscomp questions so let’s talk about them.

Understanding your #rights in the workers’ compensation process is critical to making sure you’re fairly compensated after a workplace #injury.

Unfortunately, the law can be confusing and the #insurance companies are not looking out for your best interests. That’s why we always recommend having an experienced workers’ compensation lawyer on your team because we know the ins and outs of the law, as well as what would be fair compensation for your case.

We are able to navigate any troubles that come up during your case in an efficient way that helps the case run smoothly. Make sure that whatever lawyer you hire is good at communicating with you so you’re not left wondering about the status of your case.

I’m happy to sit with you and discuss your case. I can help put you on the right path to make sure you’re adequately compensated for your injury.

If you’ve been injured in your place of work and believe you may be entitled to workers’ compensation then give me a call. You can also visit my website at https://bdtlawfirm.com to request a free consultation. I look forward to helping you.

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The #Florida #workerscompensation system is meant to provide compensation to individuals injured on the job efficiently and timely. So why are some claims denied?

Today I’ll highlight 10 of the most common reasons for #denials.

No #workplace #injury - If you weren’t at work on the day you were injured then you are not entitled to benefits from workers’ compensation. If you file a lawsuit a judge will ultimately decide the outcome.

Your injury is not covered - #mental #health injuries alone are not enough to qualify for workers’ compensation. For example, if you were held up at gunpoint but not injured, you’re not covered. Conversely, if you’re held up at gunpoint and it included aggravated battery, then you would be covered for your injuries and mental health.

Late reporting - You have 30 days from the time of your injury to report it. Don’t try to be a hero and beat the pain. You need to make sure you keep records and report all symptoms.

Lack of witnesses - having #witnesses never hurts your claim. It adds credibility to your situation. Make sure that you document everything from the location of your injury to the people who were near you.

Inconsistent stories - If you change your story every time you tell it, there is a lack of credibility and it will throw a red flag. Make sure you’re telling the entire truth from the beginning. Don’t embellish and don’t play it down either.

Preexisting conditions - In Florida, you have to be able to show that the accident caused more than 50% of your injuries. If the insurance company looks back and sees that you have a history of the same type of injury, your claim may be denied.

Lack of cooperation - There is no board of trustees making decisions about your workers’ comp claim. The person who decides is an everyday person like you or me. It’s important to realize that they are just a human and cooperation goes a long way. If they feel as though you’re not cooperating then the process may take a lot longer.

Intentionally injure yourself - If you purposely hurt yourself then you’ll be denied your claim. Additionally, if you choose not to use the safety equipment that is provided to you then your benefits may be lower.

Drug use / Intoxication - If your job requires an ‘after injury drug or intoxication’ test and you fail it, you don’t get benefits. It’s assumed that the intoxication caused the injury. If you refuse the test, it’s assumed that the test was positive.

Fighting at work - The aggressor does not get workers’ compensation benefits. If neither person admits to being the aggressor, it will go to a judge and s/he will decide.
Navigating through a workers’ compensation case is overwhelming but it doesn’t have to be. With an experienced lawyer by your side, you’ll know exactly what you need when you need it, and how your case is going.

If you need help with your workers’ compensation case, I am happy to help. Give me a call today.

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0:00 Intro
0:33 No workplace injury
1:00 Your injury isn’t covered
1:32 Late reporting
1:57 Lack of witnesses
2:21 Inconsistent stories
2:47 Preexisting conditions
4:05 Lack of cooperation
5:12 Drug use/Intoxication
5:39 Fighting at work

The last few years have been stressful and difficult for most. Employees are working longer hours and possibly without proper training. Thus, people are working harder, faster, and this is a recipe for disaster.

My name is Brian Tadros and I’m a #workerscompensation #attorney in the State of Florida. I pride myself on serving not only hard workers in #Florida, but also employers and #insurance companies. This allows me to become an expert in my field and help people on both sides of the fence.

What is a workers’ compensation case?

Workers compensation is the compensation received after an #accident at work. Some common injuries include the spine and joints from lifting or heavy items.

What do you do first?

First, report your injury to your #employer. That sets the process in motion. Second, ask for medical treatment.

Keep in mind that in workers’ compensation cases, the insurance company picks your doctor. Once they choose your doctor make sure to get treatment right away and be sure to tell them about all symptoms including minor ones. Fill out all of your paperwork in its entirety and spare no details.

After your examination your #Doctor will provide you with a diagnosis and treatment plan. It’s important to note that if you disagree with your doctor’s assessment that you are allowed a one time change of doctors within the same medical specialty. The insurance is able to pick this doctor too.

There are two types of compensation in workers’ comp cases. They are Indemnity (lost wages) and medical benefits.

Once you’ve healed as much as you’re going to, you reach MMI or Maximum Medical Improvement. At this point checks from workers’ compensation will stop.

After your doctor deems that you have healed, if you are still considered disabled from the injury, you may be eligible for a few weeks of compensation depending on the percentage of your permanent impairment rating. These payments will be for a set amount of weeks and then cease.

When you’ve reached MMI, it doesn’t mean that your treatments stop. If your doctor says that treatments will benefit you, then you are entitled to those treatments.

Another aspect that people should consider is the fact that workers’ compensation does not pay your full paycheck. They pay a percentage of your Average Weekly Wage if you are unable to work for a while. This is called TTD or Temporary Total Disability. You are entitled to 66 ⅔% of your AWW. If you’re on light duty, it’s a little more complicated.

If you’re put on light duty and your job has nothing for you to do, you get 64% AWW.

The last part of workers’ compensation that is important is whether you take a settlement or not. A settlement is completely up to you and it means you give up your rights to further compensation, give up your right to your job, and give up the right to sue the company later.

All of this information is probably overwhelming but that’s why you need an experienced attorney at your side. If you’ve been injured on the job and aren’t sure what to do, give me a call. I’m here to help.

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0:00 Intro
0:10 Stressful Years
0:44 What I do
1:07 What is a workers' compensation claim?
1:58 Immediately after the accident
2:14 Medical Treatment
2:54 2 kinds of benefits
3:08 Not happy with your treating Doctor?
3:27 MMI
3:46 IIB
4:16 Not a full paycheck
4:49 TTD
5:05 Light duty
5:35 Settlement
6:12 Overwhelmed? We can help

Hello! My name is Brian Tadros and I am a Florida #workerscompensation attorney. The highlight of my day is when my clients get the outcome they deserve after the hard work that goes into a case.

I not only represent #injured workers but I also represent #employers and #insurance companies. Taking both types of cases allows me to better represent all of my clients.

If you've been injured on the job or find yourself needing representation as the employer, give me a call. I provide free #consultations to go over your details.

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What compensation you receive is completely unique to your case. There are no two cases that are exactly the same. What is the same is how your compensation is calculated. Your average weekly wage is determined by adding up the last 13 weeks of your wages prior to your injury, dividing them by 13, and the result is your Average Weekly Wage. You are entitled to 66 ⅔% of that wage. It’s vital that you retain an experienced workers’ compensation attorney for this because your AWW is the base for all future compensation. If this initial AWW is miscalculated, it has a domino effect. Additional compensation beyond your AWW would be anything related to mileage (driving to and from appointments or meetings) or vocational retraining benefits (for up to a year). Vocational training benefits may occur when/if you are able to work but not at your same position/job or if your employer cannot accommodate any physical limitations you may be experiencing. There’s also a settlement option. Settlements occur if both parties agree on a figure after negotiations. This means that the case doesn’t go to trial and is over with. What if you have 2 jobs? It can get a little complicated but the short answer is that you do get to factor that into your AWW since you’ll likely be out of both jobs for a while. These are very generalized answers to some complicated questions. Feel free to reach out to my office for any questions. We are happy to discuss things with you. Contact us: https://bdtlawfirm.com/contact-us/FAQ: https://bdtlawfirm.com/faqs/About: https://bdtlawfirm.com/about/

0:00 Intro
0:10 How Much are Benefits?
0:26 Average Weekly Wage
0:59 Percentage Calculation
1:46 Additional Compensation
2:16 Settlements
2:56 Minimum Compensation Rate
3:37 Example Rate
4:20 What if I have more than one job?
5:39 Give us a call

Should you hire a workers' comp attorney? YES!

If for some reason you're still on the fence about it, call for a free consultation at least.

Can you lose out on your workers' compensation benefits if it turns out that the accident was your fault? No, not if it was truly an accident.

I’m often asked what a day in the life of a workers’ compensation attorney looks like. Most days are the same with a few changes here and there.

Most of the time I am talking to my clients. I will either call them if there is an update in their case or they may reach out to tell me about a doctor’s appointment, discuss settlement options, or any updates they think might help their case.

I pride myself on my communication with my clients. At a lot of law firms you won’t always get to speak to a lawyer unless it’s something very important. Sometimes you will speak to a member of my staff, but most times you can get a hold of me.

At the Law Office of Brian Tadros I like to explain all of the details of cases to my clients. It may bore them, but they need to know the information.

Occasionally I’ll spend days in mediation, trials, or preparing for trials but more often than not I’m just in my office talking to clients.

In some cases I have to meet with physicians to discuss their recommendations or to get clarification on their opinion about my injured clients.

If you’re looking for a lawyer who will communicate with you one on one and make sure you have all of the information relevant to your case, then give me a call. I’ll take a look at your case, give you honest answers, and do all I can to get you the compensation you deserve.

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What should you say to your workers' comp claims adjuster? You won't have to say much of anything if you have a workers' comp attorney on your side!