Legal Question in Workers Comp in Florida
knee injury
I had surgery just over 1 year ago. I'm experiencing swelling and pain in the same knee. will I still be covered under workman's comp
Asked on 12/03/08, 7:52 pm
2 Answers from Attorneys
Mark Zientz
Law Offices of Mark L. Zientz, P.A.
Re: knee injury
You have two years from the date of injury to get more medical care. After the 2 years are up, you need to get medical care at least once a year to keep your right to treatment open.
Answered on 12/03/08, 11:20 pm
Nicole Hessen
Rosenthal, Levy & Simon, P.A.
Re: knee injury
Have you attempted to schedule a follow-up appointment with your Orthopedic Knee Spcialist? That is the first thing I would recommend. If you have not seen an authorized workers' compensation doctor in over a year there may be a statute of limitations issue.
Answered on 12/05/08, 8:17 am