QUESTION
Can I be fired because I was hurt on the job?
Asked on Nov 21st, 2013 on Labor and Employment - Florida
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Okay so I drive a truck and while climbing into my trailer, I jarred my knee and I reported it to work. I went in the next day and I couldn't walk so my boss told me to go to the doctor. I went and the doctor put me out for a day and she even saw a clear injury to my knee. So I get a phone call later that day saying they don't need me anymore. Is this legal? Do I have a case against them?
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Employment & Labor Attorney serving Weston, FL
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You need to hire a workers compensation lawyer. Also if you were fired due to an on the job incident, you may also have a legal claim.
Answered on Nov 27th, 2013 at 9:09 AM
You need to file a claim for worker's compensation benefits that cover temporary disability benefits , ongoing medical treatment and a settlement for permanent disability and future medical care.
Answered on Nov 27th, 2013 at 5:16 AM
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You may have a case for wrongful termination. They cannot fire you for requesting time off or for filing a workers compensation claim. You should talk to a local lawyer who specializes in wrongful termination cases.
Answered on Nov 26th, 2013 at 8:49 AM
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You may have a workers compensation claim. You should schedule an appointment with a workers compensation attorney to discuss your injury and your termination. Also, in the meantime, you may be eligible for unemployment.
Answered on Nov 22nd, 2013 at 10:51 AM
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Report them to the state's labor department. And file your worker's comp claim immediately.
Answered on Nov 22nd, 2013 at 10:51 AM
Yes, in GA, you may be discharged for this. for more info, Google this: Georgia, employment at will.
Answered on Nov 22nd, 2013 at 10:51 AM
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If you were terminated because of your injury, it is illegal.
Answered on Nov 22nd, 2013 at 10:50 AM