Workers’ Compensation

Overview

Kelley Kronenberg is proud to have one of the most reputable workers’ compensation practices in Florida, dedicated to representing employers, insurance carriers, third-party administrators, and self-insureds in coverage disputes, administrative proceedings, trials, and appeals. Since 1980, our firm has been a leader in nationwide workers’ compensation litigation, providing unwavering support to employers, carriers, and third-party administrators.

Expanding our horizons, our Workers’ Compensation Division has successfully ventured into Illinois and Indiana. This strategic expansion allows us to extend our top-tier services to employers in these territories, ensuring they receive the highest level of representation.

Our Workers’ Compensation Team places immense emphasis on the expeditious and efficient settlement of claims, employing our commitment to prompt and responsive client communication. As such, we offer an extensive range of services encompassing litigation defense, risk management programs, and valuable consulting services.

Our attorneys have expertise in representing employers across a variety of industries, including manufacturing, healthcare, construction, municipalities, retail, restaurants, and transportation. We handle claims involving catastrophic injuries, exposure cases, environmental issues, occupational diseases, coverage disputes, subrogation claims, and appeals. Our versatile Workers’ Compensation Division stands fully prepared to tackle any claim, no matter the complexity.

Our team of experienced workers’ compensation attorneys forms the foundation of our proactive and innovative representation. With decades of specialized experience in assisting employers with workers’ compensation matters, we excel in providing comprehensive advice and vigorous defense in litigation.

To keep our clients informed, we regularly conduct educational classes and seminars for clients and professional organizations, providing updates on case law and industry trends. These events provide vital updates on case law and industry trends, equipping our clients with the necessary knowledge to make informed decisions for their businesses.

When it comes to workers’ compensation representation, Kelley Kronenberg has proven time and again to be a trusted partner, delivering exceptional results. We invite you to reach out to us today to explore how our accomplished attorneys can assist you in Florida, Illinois, Indiana, and beyond. Our commitment to serving our clients with dedication, precision, and customized support remains unwavering.

Workers’ Compensation Consulting

Companies seeking to gain more control over their Workers’ Compensation litigation turn to Kelley Kronenberg for trusted counsel. Whether you require uniform litigation guidelines or an experienced team to manage your entire litigation program, Kelley Kronenberg is uniquely positioned to assist. As seasoned defense litigators, with over 40 years of experience, we work as your outside general counsel, bringing uniformity to your litigation strategy, file handling, and cost metrics. Our goal is to be proactive instead of reactive, reducing your overall exposure and costs.

Kelley Kronenberg’s Workers’ Compensation Consulting Practice is available to assist you and your company with the following:

Locating and interviewing outside counsel
Direct outside counsel’s activities in support of your business objectives
Prepare legal guidelines and define the scope of work
Work with outside counsel to develop a litigation strategy

Review and collaborate on legal advice provided by outside counsel
Consult with companies on when outside counsel should be hired
Reduce expenses and evaluate the need for counsel in additional venues
Review fee invoices and negotiate fee adjustments
Attend mediations with outside counsel and assist in settlement strategy

Conduct and arrange outside counsel summit meetings
Claims review
Settlement days

Additionally, our services include:

Human Resources consulting: Creation of HR Policies and Employee Handbook
Employee benefits
Insurance needs
Health and safety issues
Litigation and business dispute resolution

Contract negotiation and review

Fee Arrangements:

Kelley Kronenberg has various pricing models depending upon a client’s need and budget. The options include hourly rate, flat fee, per project, monthly/annual retainer, or an alternative fee arrangement.