Category Archives: Workers Compensation
Employment & Workers’ Compensation Litigation
For employers in Florida, navigating the complexities of employment and workers’ compensation litigation is a critical part of protecting their business. Employers face a dual responsibility: ensuring compliance with workers’ compensation laws while defending against wrongful termination and discrimination claims that may arise from workplace injuries. This delicate balance requires proactive planning, clear communication,… Read More »
Judge of Compensation Claims awards Advance Auto Parts its taxable costs!
Robert Bleakley defended multiple claims brought against it by one of its employees for supposed injuries sustained to her neck and shoulder while working in the company distribution center. The firm defended the claims raising fraud and misrepresentation defenses arising out of, among other thigs, false testimony in which the employee denied prior neck… Read More »
Costs awarded to General Parts Distribution!
Warehouse worker Shane Helt has brought multiple workers compensation claims against his employer, CarQuest Auto Parts. So far the results for Mr. Helt have not been good. The first round of workers compensation litigation resulted in Mr. Helt paying his employer $3,004.65 after his lawyers withdrew the litigated claims and the JCC awarded CarQuest… Read More »