Legal Question in Workers Comp in Florida

In the state of florida how many years can you stay on workmans comp. I have had two back surgeries and I still am going to pain management. I have been out 6 months so far, with not good results.


Asked on 5/06/10, 8:12 am

2 Answers from Attorneys
Jane-Robin Wender Wender Law, P.A.

In the State of Florida there is eligibility for up to two (2) years (104 weeks) of TEMPORARY benefits. Tenporary benefits are the benefits that you are probably receiving now and most probably Temporary Total Disability beneifits (TTD). TTD benefits are paid while you are actively treating with a doctor to make you better and you are on a NO WORK status. The doctor could release you to modified duty or light duty which is called Temporary PARTIAL disability. The limit of 104 weeks applies to both types of benefits or any combination of the two. A injured worker could get released to a permanent status before 104 weeks and thus, not receive the full 104 weeks.

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Answered on 5/11/10, 8:23 am
Angelo Marino Angelo Marino Jr. PA

If you are determined to be totally disable, you will recieve benefits all your life unless you settle the claim. See www.ForidaPersonalInjuryTrialLawyer.com

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Answered on 5/11/10, 1:43 pm


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