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Is It Possible to Collect Workers’ Comp and Unemployment?
In the wake of a workplace injury, many employees are in great need of compensation, as their newfound injury has brought incredible hardship to their finances. It is natural for a responsible employee to want to collect as much compensation as possible, so they can pay their medical bills, mortgage, or rent, and still have money for any accommodations that might need to be made to their homes (i.e. wheelchair modifications).
The Florida Supreme Court makes long awaited impactful decisions in Workers Compensation
In April 28, 2016, the Florida Supreme Court rendered its decision in Castellanos v. Next Door Company. Shortly thereafter the Florida Supreme Court rendered its decision in Westphal v. City of St. Petersburg on June 9, 2016. The Castellanos case had been tried on July 3, 2012 and then oral argument took place on November 5, 2014. Westphal was tried on June 22, 2012 with oral argument occurring on June 5, 2014.
What is Workers’ Compensation?
Workers’ Compensation. It’s one of those things that you never really think about until you find yourself injured and unable to work. Workplace injuries can be life-changing, leaving countless families in a downward spiral of tremendous financial and relational strain.
Kimberly E. Hosley from The Orlando Law Group, PL recognized by Super Lawyers
ORLANDO, Fla. – The Orlando Law Group, PL is proud to announce that Kimberly E. Hosley has been chosen as a Florida Rising Star by Super Lawyers for the 2nd consecutive year. Each year, Super Lawyers recognizes the top lawyers in Florida via a patented multiphase selection process involving peer nomination, independent research, and peer evaluation.
When should an estate plan be reviewed?
Once people make a will, it is tempting for them to lock it away and forget about it. However, this shouldn’t be the case – as your estate plan will constantly evolve as you experience important life events.
How to Properly Beat Gift Taxation & the $5.45 Million Tax Break
The Unified Gift and Estate Tax System
The IRS likes to change its mind…a lot.