by admin | Jan 23, 2017 | Legislative, News
It’s no secret to lawmakers, business owners and workers that Florida’s workers’ compensation system is in need of reform. With the recent unnecessary rate hike in premiums, the state’s economy will suffer, along with the looming potential for job loss. Recent...
by admin | Jan 5, 2017 | Legislative
The Judiciary Committee for the State of Florida House of Representatives will meet next week to discuss workers’ compensation issues. Specifically, the a presentation will be given reviewing the recent judicial rulings declaring parts of the workers’ compensation...
by admin | Jan 3, 2017 | 1st DCA
In Florida workers’ compensation cases, a dispute will often arise as to whether the injury being treated is related to the work accident, or whether the recommended treatment is medically necessary. If an injured worker files a petition asking for any type of...
by admin | Dec 23, 2016 | News, Sponsors
IWP is a national pharmacy service working as an advocate for injured workers. They take the financial burden out of the prescription process by shipping medications directly to patients and collecting payment from insurance companies. In an effort to improve...
by admin | Dec 15, 2016 | Legislative
On December 2, 2016, the Florida House staff held a training session to educate members on issues related to the workers’ compensation system. This presentation includes a history of the “Grand Bargain” and issues going back to 1935. During the presentation...