Workers' Compensation Lawyer

Boca Raton, Palm Beach County and South Florida

In 2006, there were 240,000 incidents of injuries at work in Florida. Florida’s workers' compensation law provides medical benefits and moneys to employees who have been injured in an accident or occupational hazard while on the job. Workers' compensation is designed to protect workers and their dependents against the hardships from injury or death arising out of the work environment. It is intended to benefit the employee and employer alike. The employee receives money (usually on a weekly or biweekly basis) and medical benefits in exchange for forfeiting the common law right to sue the employer. The employer benefits by receiving immunity from court actions against them by the employee in exchange for accepting liability that is limited and determined. The question of negligence or fault is usually not at issue unless a third party is at fault.

While workers' compensation is designed to aid the employee, there are very specific guidelines about reporting your injuries and how and where to receive treatment.

Employers are often quick to question their responsibility for your injuries, and understanding how to protect your health and your rights can be confusing. Often, eligible workers get turned down for workers' compensation benefits without just cause.

Boca Raton and Palm Beach County Board Certified Workers' Compensation Lawyer Gil Panzer will help you navigate all aspects of the claim process. Our focus is not only on securing the compensation you deserve, but also ensuring that you are treated fairly during both the claim process and the recovery.

If you have sustained a work related injury in Boca Raton, West Palm Beach, or South Florida, contact Florida Workers' Compensation Lawyer Gil Panzer at 561-206-6555 or by clicking here.