If you’ve been injured at work in Florida, understanding your rights and potential benefits under workers’ compensation is essential. At Ara Work Injury Law, we’re dedicated to helping injured workers across South Florida and the entire state secure the benefits they deserve. Here’s what you need to know about what benefits you can receive after a workplace injury in Florida.
What Benefits You Can Receive Under Florida Workers’ Compensation?
Under Florida law, injured employees may qualify for a range of benefits, including:
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- Medical Expense Coverage: This includes emergency care, doctor’s visits, hospitalization, surgeries, medication, rehabilitation, and travel to medical appointments.
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- Wage Replacement: Partial or total coverage for lost wages when you’re unable to work due to your injury.
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- Disability Benefits: Support for temporary or permanent disabilities that prevent you from working.
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- Vocational Rehabilitation: Assistance with training or education to help you return to the workforce.
Eligibility for Workers’ Compensation in Florida
To qualify for workers’ compensation, you must meet these basic requirements:
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- Employment Status: You must be classified as an employee, not an independent contractor. Employees receive a paycheck with tax and Social Security deductions and a W-2 form at year-end.
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- Work-Related Injury: Your injury must occur while performing job-related duties.
If your employer disputes your classification or claim, don’t wait—speak with an experienced Florida workers’ compensation lawyer to protect your rights.
Comprehensive Benefits for Florida Workers’ Compensation Claims
Medical Benefits
Florida workers’ compensation covers necessary medical treatments, including:
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- Emergency care and hospitalization
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- Surgeries and medication
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- Prosthetics and durable medical equipment
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- Physical therapy and rehabilitation
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- Mileage for travel to approved medical appointments
🔑 Important: You must see a doctor approved by your employer’s workers’ compensation insurance. If you’re unsatisfied with their care, you can request a one-time change of doctor.
Wage Replacement Benefits
Wage replacement begins after you’ve been out of work for at least seven days due to your injury. Benefits are retroactive to the first day if your absence exceeds 21 days. Florida offers:
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- Temporary Total Disability (TTD): Two-thirds of your weekly wages while you’re completely unable to work.
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- Temporary Partial Disability (TPD): Partial benefits if you can work but earn less than before.
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- Permanent Total Disability (PTD): Long-term benefits if you’re unable to return to any employment.
Disability Benefits Explained
Disability benefits are categorized into the following:
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- Temporary Total Disability (TTD): For workers unable to perform any job duties but expected to recover.
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- Temporary Partial Disability (TPD): For those returning to work with restrictions or light-duty tasks.
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- Permanent Total Disability (PTD): For workers who cannot return to any type of work due to the severity of their injuries.
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- Impairment Benefits (IB): Compensation awarded once you reach Maximum Medical Improvement (MMI).
Why Choose Ara Work Injury Law?
Do you have questions about what benefits you can receive after a workplace injury in Florida? Navigating Florida’s workers’ compensation system can be overwhelming. At Ara Work Injury Law, we are The Injured Worker’s Advocate™, committed to fighting for the maximum benefits you deserve. With decades of experience, we provide personalized legal guidance to injured workers across Jupiter and South Florida.
Call Now for a Free Consultation
Don’t settle for less than what you’re owed. Speak with an experienced Florida workers’ compensation attorney today. Call us at 561-934-3272 | 561-9343-ARA or fill out our online contact form to schedule your consultation.
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Take the First Step Toward Securing Your Benefits
If you’ve been injured in a Florida work-related accident, you have rights. Contact Ara Work Injury Law to learn how we can help you recover the compensation you’re entitled to under Florida law.
