It seems like ages ago since the first case of COVID-19 hit the United States. Now, the pandemic is in full swing, leaving many Floridians anxious—especially those who’ve applied for and been denied workers’ compensation benefits. Thousands of first responders, emergency personnel and healthcare professionals have filed workers’ compensation claims after contracting the … [Read more...]
For Florida Firefighters, The Cost of Job-Related Cancer Treatment is Zero
What began 2 years ago has finally come to fruition in the state of Florida. A new law gives our everyday heroes a fighting chance against cancer at no cost to them. The bill passed with a unanimous vote in the Florida Senate and House of Representatives, and Governor Ron DeSantis signed it Friday, May 10. Senate Bill 426 recognizes cancer as a risk firefighters are … [Read more...]
