Workers’ Compensation Attorney
in Miami
Under Florida law, most employees are entitled to get a portion of their pay regardless of who was at fault for the injury. Additionally, injured workers are entitled to proper medical care. The type and amount of compensation will depend on the severity of the injury or illness so you have what you need to recover and move on.
At Tacher Law we know how overwhelming a work injury can be, physically and financially. With over 40 years of experience representing Miami-Dade and Broward County residents we have gotten our clients significant compensation for their pain and suffering. We will fight hard for you to cover your medical bills, lost wages and other inconveniences caused by your injury.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What benefits does Florida workers’ compensation provide?
Florida workers’ comp covers all authorized medical treatment for the work injury, a portion of lost wages while you cannot work (temporary disability benefits), and permanent impairment benefits if the injury leaves lasting effects. It does not pay for pain and suffering. Benefits are paid by your employer’s workers’ comp insurer, and disputes are handled through the state’s Office of Judges of Compensation Claims.
Can I sue my employer for a work injury in Florida?
Generally no. Florida’s workers’ compensation system is the exclusive remedy against your employer — you trade the right to sue for guaranteed, no-fault benefits. The main exceptions are when the employer intentionally harmed you or when the employer illegally failed to carry workers’ comp insurance. These exceptions are narrow, so most injured workers’ claims stay within the comp system.
What is a third-party work injury claim?
Even when you cannot sue your employer, you may sue a negligent third party — someone other than your employer or co-workers — whose carelessness contributed to your injury. Common examples: another driver who hit you while you were driving for work, a subcontractor on a construction site, or the manufacturer of defective equipment. Third-party claims can recover pain and suffering and other damages that workers’ comp does not pay, and they can be pursued alongside your comp claim.
What should I do right after a work injury in Florida?
Report the injury to your employer promptly — Florida law requires notice within 30 days, and waiting can jeopardize your claim. Seek medical care through an authorized provider (your employer or its insurer directs care under the comp system), document how the injury happened, and keep copies of everything. Do not give up if the insurer denies treatment or delays authorization; denials can be challenged.
What if my workers’ comp claim is denied or my benefits are cut off?
You can file a Petition for Benefits, which triggers mediation and, if unresolved, a hearing before a Judge of Compensation Claims. Strict deadlines apply — including a two-year statute of limitations on petitions in most cases. Because the comp system has its own procedures and traps, including authorized-provider rules and independent medical exams, having counsel early makes a difference. Call Tacher Law at (305) 644-2211 for a free consultation.
