Workers Compensation Notice Requirements for Employees – FL
FLORIDA
Must Employee Give Notice of Injury or Illness to Employer?
Yes
Must Notice Be in Writing?
No
When Must Notice Be Given?
Within 30 days of the date or initial manifestation of the injury.
Exemptions to Notice Requirements
Employer or employer’s agent had actual knowledge of the injury, or employer failed to post notice of the requirements of the statute, or other exceptional circumstances.
Effect of Failure to Notify Employer
Petition for compensation shall be barred.
Other Provisions
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