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Seasonal Jobs and Workers’ Compensation in Florida

Published on: October 25, 2023 | By Flaxman Law Group

At this time of year, many hard-working employees in Hollywood and across Florida are looking for seasonal jobs, temp work, and side gigs to earn extra money for the holiday season. If that’s you, you should know that seasonal jobs come with their unique hazards, and you may qualify for workers’ compensation if you sustain a workplace injury.

It’s not always clear whether you qualify for workers’ compensation benefits, which is why the father-son attorney team at Flaxman Law Group invite you to contact our law offices for a free accident consultation. It’s your chance to get answers, with no cost and no obligation, if you’ve been injured.

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On-the-Job Injuries in Private Care Jobs in Florida

Published on: September 27, 2023 | By Flaxman Law Group

Private care jobs offer essential services to individuals in need, ranging from elderly care to childcare and beyond. While these professions are centered around compassion, they also expose employees to on-the-job injuries.

The father-son attorney team at the family-based law firm of Flaxman Law Group work closely with workers who are injured on the job. So far, we’ve helped recover over $100 million on behalf of individuals who have been injured across South Florida. If you’re injured on the job, don’t hesitate to call us to claim your free accident consultation with a Hollywood workers’ compensation lawyer.

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Florida’s Education Workers and Job-Related Injuries

Published on: August 25, 2023 | By Flaxman Law Group

Educators are the heroes who shape future generations. Their dedication to fostering knowledge and growth is invaluable, but it often comes with its own set of hazards because education workers face various risks in their line of duty. In fact, education workers face one of the higher risks of workplace injury.

Many education workers are protected by unions and are covered by workers’ compensation, but it doesn’t always mean they can easily get the rightful benefits they need to recover from a work injury or illness. Flaxman Law Group works with many education workers who need extra support in their workers’ compensation claims. If you’ve been injured in the workplace, you can always contact us for a free, no obligation consultation with a workers’ compensation attorney. Your confidential, free accident consultation is your chance to ask questions, find out whether you have a case, and discuss ways you may be able to maximize your benefits and compensation.

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Navigating Job-Related Injuries as a Healthcare Worker in Florida

Published on: August 23, 2023 | By Flaxman Law Group

Healthcare workers play a vital role in the well-being of our society, but the nature of their jobs places them at risk of various injuries and accidents. In fact, this sector has among the highest rate of injuries.

When it comes to seeking compensation for these job-related injuries, healthcare workers too often face barriers and challenges. This is why the Homestead, Hollywood, and Miami offices of Flaxman Law Group are dedicated to helping workers in this and other sectors, with guidance in navigating workers’ compensation claims. If you’ve been injured at work, contact Flaxman Law Group today for a no cost, no obligation consultation.

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Office Jobs and Worker Injuries

Published on: August 18, 2023 | By Flaxman Law Group

While many people understand the workplace risks of truck drivers, manufacturing facilities, and any job with heavy equipment, they may overlook office workers. Office environments might seem safe, but employees in these spaces face a range of potential injuries that can impact their health.

The family law firm of Flaxman Law Group has worked with many office workers who have been severely injured or have sustained an occupational illness. If you ever find yourself in this situation, contact Flaxman Law Group for a free, compassionate, and confidential case review so you can discuss your situation with someone who can tell you whether you have a claim or are eligible for workers’ compensation benefits.

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Workplace Safety for Seasonal Workers

Published on: December 2, 2022 | By Flaxman Law Group

At this time of year, many people take on extra work to make money for the holiday season. Many stores also need seasonal helpers. Manufacturers need more factory workers to create more products and retailers need more employees to serve the holiday rush.

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Common Causes of Workplace Injury

Published on: November 4, 2022 | By Flaxman Law Group

Some workplaces are more dangerous than others. Manufacturing, trucking, construction work, and other sectors all have high levels of injury. Perhaps surprisingly, healthcare and education have some of the highest levels of injury in the private sector. However, every workplace, even the quietest office, can result in a job injury or illness.

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Smash and Grab Theft Injuries in Miami

Published on: November 26, 2021 | By Flaxman Law Group

In California and Chicago, there have recently been a number of smash and grab thefts, involving large, organized group of thieves targeting malls, luxury stores, and shopping centers. Florida and Miami also have seen such crimes in the past and there is often an increase in risk around this time of year.

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Preventing Black Friday Injuries in Miami

Published on: November 24, 2021 | By Flaxman Law Group

During Black Friday, huge holiday sales start and while it can be a great way to take care of your gift list, huge crowds at stores can and do cause injuries. Almost every year, people are injured or killed by crowds and violence in stores. In addition, shoppers may be at a heightened risk of parking lot accidents, slip and fall and trip and fall accidents, fraud, and theft due to the crowds at stores at this time of year.

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Protecting Your Business During the Pandemic

Published on: July 22, 2020 | By Flaxman Law Group

The current pandemic is a very stressful time for business owners. Many businesses are closing or facing significant revenue losses because they have been forced to close due to stay-at-home orders. In addition, measures may mean that businesses have to pay for personal protective equipment, may need to limit the number of people in their store or establishment, or may be losing employees who must self-isolate or who are ill. Industries such as tourism and retail—major parts of the economy in Hollywood and across South Florida—are especially affected.

In addition to this, many businesses are concerned about possibly being held liable if their employees, customers, or visitors get COVID-19. If you run a business, fortunately, there are several ways you can protect yourself against a premises liability claim in Hollywood and other COVID-19 related claims:

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