Florida Workers' Compensation Attorney
Burk Law Firm Handles all kinds of workers' compensation claims.
Car Accidents at Work
Accidents while in the course and scope of employment may lead to entitlement to workers' compensation benefits if you were in an accident while working.
Slips and Falls
Slips and falls at work can be dangerous. Slipping on a transient substance like water or grease can lead to a fall causing injury and lead to entitlement to workers' compensation benefits.
Heart and Lung
Hypertension and cardiovascular diseases can be covered under workers' compensation. Our firm handles both first responder heart and lung claims covered under the Florida Heart and Lung Bill as well as heart and blood pressure claims for all types of employees.
Repetitive Trauma
Typing, bending, lifting over time can be considered multiple micro traumas which can cause injury. Repetitive trauma injuries can be caused by improper ergonomics in the work place.
Permanent Total Disability
Permanent Total Disability is available in Florida to those who cannot perform at least sedentary duty within 50 miles of where they live. These benefits are paid biweekly for injured workers who cannot return to work after an accident.
Workers' Comp Death Claims
If someone has passed away due to a workers' compensation accident, their spouse or heirs could be entitled to workers' compensation death benefits.
Fractures
Fractures require treatment with diagnostics such MRIs as well as possible surgeries followed by physical therapy. Fractures can be serious injuries triggering workers' compensation benefits.
Exposure Claims
Exposure claims such as exposure to a blood born pathogen, mold, or dust can cause serious injury requiring medical treatment.
Sprains and Strains
Sprains and strains are compensable under the workers' compensation system if they occurred during the course and scope of employment.