WORK RELATED DEATHS

In addition to paying benefits to eligible workers, Florida workers’ compensation insurance pays death benefits to the eligible survivors of workers who have died because of a work-related injury or illness.

In many cases, a deceased worker has multiple survivors eligible for benefits. Florida law extends workers’ comp death benefits to a spouse, children and, in some cases, parents and siblings.

In order for a person’s dependents to be eligible for workers’ compensation death benefits, the deceased individual’s death must be considered to be “work-related” or “occupational.”

Generally, most fatal accidents that happen in the workplace are considered work-related, though not all. Likewise, deadly incidents that happen outside the workplace but in the performance of job-related duties may be eligible for death benefits.

In fact, even if your loved one died from a work-related accident or illness that worsened a pre-existing health condition that was unrelated to their job, you may still be able to get death benefits.

Was your loved one killed on the job?

As a workers’ compensation law firm working to protect your interests, we understand that the period following an injured worker’s death is always a very difficult time for their families.

We are here to assist the spouse and dependents of a worker who has been killed on the job with identifying and collecting all of the necessary documentation that is required so that benefits can be commenced immediately. We help ensure that all claims are properly completed and timely filed.

We want you to begin receiving the vital benefits you deserve as soon as possible.