Our Mission
The purpose of the FWA is to protect and defend the workforce of Florida and particularly the rights of Florida‘s injured workers by providing a medium for cooperation and continuing education among lawyers representing the interests of injured and disabled workers and other persons interested in promoting injured workers and providing fair and just treatment to those workers who suffer workplace injuries and those who are dependent upon them.
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Inside the Post Settlement Process
FWA Board Member Paolo Longo sat down with two FWA sponsors, Ringler Associates and Ametros, for a discussion about post-settlement issues. The discussion can be heard at the following link. The post-settlement process can be complex, especially when it comes to medical care for injured parties and their families. Finding a reliable team of people […]
Medical Administration with Ametros FAQ
When Can You Use Medical Administration and How to Do You Know If It’s a Good Fit? Settling a workers’ compensation or liability case can be stressful and confusing. After settlement, many injured parties find themselves without the proper resources to manage their medical care, funds, and any required reporting. Many parties don’t know when […]
Why Do I Need My Own Settlement Consultant?
By: Ringler Associates Ringler Associates is a Platinum Sponsor of FWA. Structured settlements are and have been an integral part of settling a Worker’s Compensation claim. Many times during the mediation and negotiation process of a claim the employer/carrier will offer as part of the Medicare Set-Aside (MSA) a structured settlement annuity. A structured settlement […]