Employees should never assume that Workers’ Compensation will automatically pay for the cost of medical treatment and lost income in the event of a work-related accident. There are some federal laws regarding Workers’ Compensation, but there are also state laws that come into play. No matter how good the relationship is with an employer, all that can change in an instant if a Workers’ Compensation claim is filed. Continue reading
There’s a lot of confusion when it comes to the terms arbitration and mediation. The processes are similar, but with some specific differences. Both techniques are designed to solve differences and create a fair resolution when two parties are in dispute. When two parties can’t come to an agreement, the services of an arbitrator or a mediator may be used. Continue reading
The Second District Court of Appeal in Sikora v Sikora, 40 Fla. L. Weekly D1594, addressed the issue of the wife’s entitlement to permanent periodic alimony.
