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Workers' Compensation
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Case Details
settlement for a man in his late 40s who was severely burned on the job. Despite enduring burns over 60% of his body which required several lengthy and painful surgeries and resulted in significant permanent scarring, Florida workers compensation law barred any recovery for non-economic damages. Martinez Manglardi argued this case fit a rare exception in workers compensation law, allowing a claim under general negligence principles.
Additional Notes
Client suffered severe burns (60% of body) on the job. Recovery was for non-economic damages under general negligence principles, bypassing workers' comp limitations.