Articles Posted in Workers’ Compensation

Leukemia is a type of cancer that affects the blood and bone marrow. While its causes are complex, some cases of leukemia have been linked to work exposures to chemicals and toxins.

If you’ve been diagnosed with leukemia, you might not know whether your case is work-related or not, but seeking compensation and benefits can be crucial to help you pay the bills and treatment costs. For this reason, if you’ve been diagnosed we encourage you contact Flaxman Law Group. We’re a family-based law firm with offices in Hollywood, Miami, and Homestead. In a free consultation with a Hollywood workers’ compensation attorney, our legal team can explore your options and help you understand whether you have a claim.

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Fields such as design, writing, and the arts are all creative jobs that add to the culture of Florida. While these jobs may not have the same injury rates as industrial work, serious and even life-threatening injuries do occur for creative workers. When they do, many creative workers are eligible for workers’ compensation.

These workers do face some additional challenges when seeking benefits, however, which is why you might want to contact Flaxman Law Group if you’re injured on the job. We can offer a free, no obligation case consultation in our Homestead, Hollywood, or Miami offices. A member of our family-based law firm may even be able to visit you if you’re to injured to travel to us.

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The beauty industry is known for its creativity, from hair styling to nail art and skincare. Behind the glamour, however, lie unique challenges and job injuries for beauty professionals.

Flaxman Law Group has offices in Miami, Homestead, and Hollywood so we can serve the entire South Florida community. If you’re injured on the job, find out the facts about your rights before you sign any paperwork or make any decisions about what to do next. Our compassionate father-son attorney team believes everyone deserves a legal opinion, which is why our consultations are free and come with no obligation. Been injured on the job? Reach out to Flaxman Law Group for a free consultation with a Florida workers’ compensation attorney.

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With so many people working from home, the lines between the workplace and the comfort of our homes can blur. One of the challenges of this happens if you sustain an on-the-job injury. If you work from your Florida home and are injured, you may face more challenges than traditional workers in getting your rightful workers’ compensation benefits.

At Flaxman Law Group, we recognize the importance of protecting remote workers in Florida. It’s one reason why we offer free, no obligation and no risk consultations to any worker who is injured. If you’re a telecommuting worker and are injured or diagnosed with an occupational illness, contact Flaxman Law Group for a no-cost, no obligation case consultation with a workers’ compensation lawyer in our Miami, Hollywood, or Homestead offices.

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According to the American Academy of Dermatology, one in five Americans will develop skin cancer in their lifetimes. This cancer is often associated with excessive sun exposure, and Florida’s climate can put many outdoor workers at risk.

The Miami, Homestead, and Hollywood offices of Flaxman Law Group have worked with many workers who have developed occupational illnesses. Unfortunately, not many employees realize that their sun cancer diagnosis may be related to their work. Even those that do feel they have a claim often face a battle when seeking their rightful compensation.

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Florida’s favorable climate make it a hub for agricultural activities, with the farm sector employing workers across the state. These workers face many hazards on the job and many turn to Flaxman Law Group if they’re injured at work or face a work-related illness. If you’ve been injured at work, contact Flaxman Law Group for a free consultation with a workers’ compensation attorney at our offices in Miami, Homestead, and Hollywood, so you can talk about whether you qualify for benefits.

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Industrial workers are the backbone of Florida’s economy, helping to make the many products we rely on. However, they work around heavy machinery and hazardous environments, increasing their vulnerability to on-the-job injuries. Flaxman Law Group represents injured industrial workers who are looking to get their rightful benefits. If you’re an industrial worker or any kind of employee who’s been injured on the job, contact Flaxman Law Group for a free consultation with a Florida workers’ compensation attorney at our offices in Miami, Homestead, or Hollywood.

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Mesothelioma, a rare yet aggressive cancer, has made headlines due to its strong link to asbestos exposure. While many are aware of its association with industries like construction and manufacturing, the connection to other workplaces in Florida might not be as widely known.

Unfortunately, many employees aren’t aware of asbestos in their workplaces until they get ill. If you’ve been diagnosed with mesothelioma there is likely a strong link with environmental exposure. It may be a good idea to contact a Florida mesothelioma claims attorney by contacting Flaxman Law Group. Our family firm offers free, no obligation case consultations so there is no risk in finding out if you have a claim.

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