You've probably heard of workers' compensation insurance but aren't sure what it is. Well, this is a cover that provides financial cover for basic and injury-related expenses to sick or injured employees while they are not able to work. The process for claiming compensation is complicated. As a result, some claimants end up denied compensation even though they rightfully deserve it. There are a couple of things that contribute to a worker's claims being denied. Knowing some of the common…

Providing the necessary care to sick or injured workers is something that most employees expect if needed, and the state run workers compensation plan is responsible for doing just that.

Medical care and medical treatment may be needed if you have been injured while at work, and you may also suffer a loss of wages too, if those injuries prevent you from working and earning a living. And your employer may need to provide you with a claim settlement too if you aren't able to go back to…

Learn About the History of Florida's Workers' Compensation

Workers in today's workplace have endless rights. In fact, employers are required by law to uphold employee rights failure to which they may face legal and financial sanctions. The origin of these rights can be traced back to the 1800s. Initially, workplace safety was the responsibility of the worker. After a number of protests by workers and other stakeholders, new laws were enacted, and as a result, workers are now…