Best & Anderson, P.A. Personal Injury Blog

Did you know that an estimated 100,000 employees in the state of Florida are injured on the job each year? (Many of those are construction site accidents.)

Fortunately, there are state Workers' Compensation laws that require employers with more than four employees to have Workers' Compensation insurance to cover injured employees'medical care and other needs, such as lost wages and dependent death benefits.

There are steps that you need to take, though, to make sure you receive your Workers'Compensation benefits:

1. Report your on-the-job injury to your employer within 30 days of the date the injury occurred, the onset of your symptoms or when a medical professional diagnoses the injury.

2. Follow up with your employer to make sure that your Workers' Compensation report is being handled appropriately and in a timely manner.

3. Request and keep copies of documents relating to your injury, to workplace safety procedures and to any drug-testing programs you've participated in with your employer.

4. Refrain from providing anyone with a recorded statement about your injury until you have talked with a qualified personal injury attorney.

5. Follow all treatment instructions your doctors give you.

If your employer has refused your Workers' Comp claim, or you are unsure if you are eligible for Workers' Compensation benefits, please schedule a free consultation with the Orlando, Florida personal injury attorneys at Best & Anderson, P.A. at 800-282-2378.

More than 75 million people visit Florida on vacation every year. Unfortunately, some of those trips end in injury. A few of the types of injury accidents that can occur include:

Automobile and scooter accidents. A high rate of tourism means a high rate of drivers who are sight-seeing and not paying attention to the road, drunk-driving or simply unsure of unfamiliar roads.

Amusement park accidents. Disney World, Sea World and Universal Studios Florida are just a few of the amusement parks in Florida.

Cruise ship accidents. With the increased popularity of cruising comes an increase in the potential for passenger injuries.

Here are some tips if you experience an injury while on vacation:

• Write down everything you can remember about the accident as soon a possible.
  
• Write down the names of witnesses.
  
• Visit a doctor right away.
  
• Take photos or video of the scene when possible.
  
• Keep track of your expenses.
  
• Seek a local attorney.
  

You will need a lawyer licensed in Florida to file a lawsuit on your behalf.
If you or someone you love has been injured while on a Florida vacation, please contact the nationally known, Orlando, Florida personal injury legal team at Best & Anderson at 800-282-2378.

According to recent reports on MSNBC and NPR, the number of uninsured drivers is rising due to the poor economy. Drivers are letting go of even the most basic of policies as individuals have to choose between paying their premium and putting food on the table.

The danger for all consumers are evident. An accident can turn into a veritable catastrophe when there is no coverage to pay for property damage and medical bills.

As a consumer, it is more important than ever that you consider taking uninsured motorist coverage (UM) when renewing your policy. The cost of this extra coverage is usually quite low. It is well worth the cost considering the peace of mind it provides. Recent studies predict that the rate of ininsured drivers could reach 16% in the near future.

If you have any questions about UM, or any other aspects of car insurance, call us, we would be happy to assist you.

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