Retaliation for Filing Workers' Comp in Florida
Whether an employer in Florida can fire or punish you for filing a workers' comp claim, and what you can do.
Short answer: No employer may fire, threaten to fire, intimidate or coerce an employee because of the employee's valid claim for workers' compensation or attempt to claim compensation. Fla. Stat. § 440.205
| Retaliation for filing | No employer may fire, threaten to fire, intimidate or coerce an employee because of the employee's valid claim for workers' compensation or attempt to claim compensation. Source: Fla. Stat. § 440.205 |
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| Appealing a denial | Disputed claims are decided by a Judge of Compensation Claims after a Petition for Benefits is filed (the Petition must meet specific content requirements). Any order of a Judge of Compensation Claims may be appealed to Florida's First District Court of Appeal, following the appellate rules set by the Florida Supreme Court. Source: Fla. Stat. §§ 440.192, 440.271 |
Where to get help in Florida
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FAQ
Can you be fired for filing workers' comp in Florida?
No employer may fire, threaten to fire, intimidate or coerce an employee because of the employee's valid claim for workers' compensation or attempt to claim compensation.
How do you appeal a denied workers' comp claim in Florida?
Disputed claims are decided by a Judge of Compensation Claims after a Petition for Benefits is filed (the Petition must meet specific content requirements). Any order of a Judge of Compensation Claims may be appealed to Florida's First District Court of Appeal, following the appellate rules set by the Florida Supreme Court.
General legal information, not legal advice. Laws change and local rules can differ; check the linked official source or talk to a lawyer about your situation.