Experienced Orlando Workers’ Compensation Lawyers

Hurt on the job in Orlando? You may be owed medical care, lost wages, and a settlement, and you pay us nothing unless we win. Sternberg | Forsythe, P.A. has handled more than 60,000 Florida workers’ compensation claims and recovered over $100 million for injured workers. Our Orlando workers’ compensation attorneys help you file, fight a denial, and get the full benefits Florida law entitles you to. Call 561-687-5660 for a free, no-obligation case review. We’re available 24/7 and speak English and Spanish.

Do I Need a Workers’ Compensation Lawyer in Orlando?

If your claim was denied, your benefits were cut, the insurance company is delaying care, or you’re being pressured to return to work before you’re ready, yes, you should talk to an Orlando workers’ compensation lawyer before you sign anything. Florida’s system is designed to be “no-fault,” but insurers still routinely underpay and deny valid claims. Representation is free upfront: we only get paid if we recover benefits for you, and attorney’s fees in Florida workers’ comp cases are regulated by statute.

Why Injured Orlando Workers Choose Sternberg | Forsythe PA

• $100M+ recovered for injured Florida workers
• 60,000+ workers’ compensation claims handled
• 4.8-star client rating and 20+ years of Florida workers’ comp focus
• Local Orlando office at 5454 Hoffner Ave #102, serving all of Central Florida
• No fee unless we win — free consultation, available 24/7, Hablamos Español

The Work Injuries We See Most in Orlando and Central Florida

Orlando’s economy runs on industries with real physical risk, and the injuries we handle reflect that:

• Theme parks, hospitality & tourism: ride operators, housekeeping, food service, and maintenance staff across the I-Drive and Lake Buena Vista corridor suffer repetitive-strain injuries, slip-and-falls, burns, and back and shoulder injuries from lifting.
• Construction along the I-4 corridor: Central Florida’s building boom means falls from heights, scaffolding and ladder accidents, crane and heavy-machinery injuries, and being struck by falling objects. Orlando construction accident injuries are among the most serious claims we handle.
• Warehouse, logistics & delivery: distribution centers near Orlando International Airport and along the SR-417/SR-528 corridors produce overexertion, forklift, and repetitive-lifting injuries for warehouse and delivery drivers.
• Healthcare workers: nurses and aides at Orlando’s major hospital systems face lifting injuries, needlesticks, and workplace assaults.

Common injury types we pursue benefits for include back and neck injuries, herniated discs, lifting and overexertion injuries, carpal tunnel and repetitive-stress injuries, broken and dislocated bones, knee and shoulder injuries, concussions and traumatic brain injuries, burns, spinal cord injuries, and work-related heart attacks or strokes.

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What Workers’ Compensation Benefits Am I Entitled to in Florida?

Florida workers’ compensation is a no-fault system; you can receive benefits even if the accident was partly your own fault. A properly handled claim can include:

• Medical benefits: authorized doctor visits, surgery, hospital care, prescriptions, and mileage reimbursement to appointments. See what medical benefits cover.
• Lost wages: temporary total or temporary partial disability checks (generally two-thirds of your average weekly wage). Learn about lost wage benefits.
• Permanent impairment benefits if the injury leaves lasting limitations.
• A lump-sum settlement in many cases. How workers’ compensation settlements work in Florida.
• Death benefits for the families of workers killed on the job.

The Florida Workers’ Compensation Claim Process in Orlando

Here is how a claim moves through the system — and where injured workers most often lose benefits:

1. Report your injury within 30 days. Tell your employer in writing as soon as possible; waiting is the most common reason claims are denied.
2. Your employer notifies its insurer within 7 days. The carrier and Florida’s Employee Assistance Office send you claim information.
3. See an authorized doctor. In Florida, the insurance company generally chooses your treating physician — a key reason to have a lawyer early.
4. The insurer accepts, delays, or denies. If your claim is denied or benefits are cut, disputes are heard through the Orlando District Office of the Florida Office of the Judges of Compensation Claims (JCC), which covers Orange, Osceola, Seminole, and surrounding counties.

For a full walkthrough, see our guide to the Florida workers’ compensation claims process. If your claim was already denied, read what to do about a denied workers’ compensation claim.

What To Do After a Workplace Injury in Orlando

Taking the right steps in the first days after an on-the-job injury protects both your health and your claim. If you’re hurt at work in Orlando:

• Report the injury to your supervisor in writing right away; don’t wait; 
• Get medical attention and tell the provider it’s work-related; 
• Write down how the accident happened, who witnessed it, and the equipment or conditions involved; 
• Keep copies of every form, work note, and piece of correspondence from your employer and the insurer; and 
• Before you give a recorded statement or accept any settlement, talk to an Orlando workers’ compensation lawyer. Insurance companies move quickly to limit what they pay, and small early missteps, a late report, a missed deadline, an offhand recorded statement are exactly what they use to reduce or deny otherwise valid claims.

How Our Orlando Workers’ Compensation Attorneys Help

From the first call, we take the fight off your plate: we investigate how the injury happened, make sure you’re seeing the right authorized physicians, gather medical and wage evidence, calculate every benefit you’re owed, deal with the insurance adjuster, and when the carrier won’t do right by you, file with the Orlando JCC and litigate. We never let you accept a settlement that’s less than your claim is worth.

Why Orlando Workers’ Comp Claims Get Denied — and How We Fight Back

Many Orlando claims are denied for reasons that have nothing to do with whether you were truly hurt. The most common we see: the injury wasn’t reported within Florida’s 30-day window; the insurer claims the injury is “pre-existing” or not work-related; a missed or rescheduled authorized-doctor appointment; a dispute over your average weekly wage that shrinks your checks; or an independent medical exam (IME) used to cut off benefits early.

 A denial is not the end of your case. We request the carrier’s file, line up the medical evidence and treating-physician opinions that support you, correct wage miscalculations, and file a Petition for Benefits with the Orlando Judges of Compensation Claims to force the issue. If you’ve received a denial letter or your benefits suddenly stopped, don’t wait — the deadlines to challenge these decisions are strict.

Areas We Serve Around Orlando

From our Orlando office on Hoffner Avenue, we represent injured workers throughout Central Florida, including downtown Orlando, Winter Park, Sanford, Winter Garden, Ocoee, Altamonte Springs, and the greater Orange, Osceola, and Seminole County area. We also serve nearby communities: Kissimmee workers’ compensation lawyer, Apopka workers’ compensation lawyers, and Daytona Beach workers’ compensation lawyer.

Orlando Workers’ Compensation FAQ

How much does an Orlando workers’ comp lawyer cost?

Nothing upfront. We work on a contingency basis, and Florida law caps workers’ compensation attorneys’ fees, so you only pay if we recover benefits for you. See how Florida workers’ comp attorney fees work. 

How long do I have to report a work injury in Florida?

You should report it to your employer within 30 days of the accident (or of learning your condition is work-related). The overall statute of limitations to file a claim is generally two years.

Can I choose my own doctor?

Usually not in Florida; the insurance carrier generally selects your authorized treating physician. If you disagree with your care, an attorney can request a one-time change of physician and protect your right to proper treatment.

What if my Orlando workers’ comp claim was denied?

A denial is not the end. Many denials are reversed. We file a Petition for Benefits with the Orlando Judges of Compensation Claims and pursue the medical care and wage benefits you’re owed.

Can I be fired for filing a workers’ comp claim?

Florida law prohibits your employer from firing or retaliating against you for pursuing a valid workers’ compensation claim. If that happens, contact us right away.

How long will my Orlando workers’ comp case take?

It varies. If the insurer accepts your claim and your treatment is straightforward, benefits can begin within weeks. If your claim is denied or a settlement is involved, resolving it through the Orlando JCC can take several months to more than a year, depending on the severity of your injuries and whether litigation is required. We push to move your case as fast as the facts allow — while making sure you don’t settle before the full extent of your injury is known.

I’m a Spanish speaker or undocumented — can I still get workers’ comp in Florida?

Yes. Florida workers’ compensation covers undocumented workers, and your immigration status does not bar you from medical and lost-wage benefits after a workplace injury. Our team is fully bilingual — hablamos español — and will handle your claim in the language you’re most comfortable with.

How much is my Orlando workers’ comp case worth?

It depends on your wages, the severity and permanence of your injury, and your future medical needs. The best way to know is a free case review — call 561-687-5660.

Talk to an Orlando Workers’ Comp Lawyer Today for Free

If you were hurt at work anywhere in Central Florida, don’t let the insurance company decide what your claim is worth. Call 561-687-5660 or complete our free case review form. We’re available 24/7, you pay nothing unless we win, and hablamos español.

Orlando Office: 5454 Hoffner Ave #102, Orlando, FL 32812  |  Serving Orange, Osceola & Seminole Counties