Workers’ Compensation Defense Attorney (Florida) – Legal Consultation Needed

We are a landscaping services company based in Orlando, and we are looking for an experienced Workers’ Compensation Defense attorney licensed in Florida to provide legal consultation regarding a recent Petition for Benefits filed by a former worker. We are not seeking representation in court at this stage, we need expert guidance, review of our documents, and advice on strategy and might have to seek representation in the future. Background • The claimant was a W-2 employee until August 2, 2025, when his employment officially ended. • After termination, he performed occasional independent tasks, not under payroll or formal employment. • He never reported any injury, accident, or workplace incident. • The Petition alleges an accident on 10/24/2025, but there is no documentation, no witnesses, and no medical evidence. • We have extensive documentation showing: ○ erratic and aggressive communication, ○ requests for unemployment assistance, ○ independent side jobs, ○ unauthorized use of company equipment, ○ lack of credibility, ○ and no injury report. We have already submitted all evidence to our insurance adjuster, but we want independent legal guidance to validate our position and understand next steps. What We Need • Review of the Petition for Benefits • Review of our evidence package (WhatsApp messages, termination letters, payroll, employment status documents) • Assessment of compensability under Florida Statute 440 • Guidance on employer exposure and risks • Recommendation on whether we may need independent representation • Opinion on likely carrier response and strategy • High-level advice on how to protect the company going forward Apply tot his job