Three Tampa Workers Hurt by Violent, Reckless Individuals

Over the past week, at least three workers in Tampa have suffered needless harm. All three of these workers were killed or injured by other people, highlighting a subtle hazard that many employers fail to account for. No amount of safety training can prepare a worker for a violent attacker or a reckless driver. The families of these workers may need to pursue death benefits under workers’ compensation in Tampa, and this may help cover the financial effects of these tragedies.

Tampa Landscaper Stabbed by Postal Worker in Parking Dispute 

Although it might seem unthinkable, a lawn care worker in Tampa recently lost his life over a minor parking dispute. In October of 2024, MSN reported that the landscaper had been stabbed by a postal worker, and police found the 29-year-old with serious upper-body trauma. He was pronounced dead at the scene, and deputies say that they have not yet filed any criminal charges. With the absence of criminal charges, one can only assume that the postal worker has not yet turned themself in.

Driver Arrested for Striking Two Workers in Construction Area 

At around the same time, authorities in Tampa announced that a 68-year-old man had been arrested for driving straight into a construction zone and striking two workers. The workers were addressing flood damage after Hurricane Milton, and they suffered life-threatening injuries due to the collision.

A video of the incident clearly shows the driver ignoring the bright orange construction cones before entering the work zone. Numerous workers desperately tried to signal the man to stop, but it was too late. After striking the two victims, the motorist accelerated away from the scene without stopping. However, he was later apprehended at his home. He now faces multiple charges, including vehicular homicide and aggravated battery.

Can I File a Workers’ Comp Claim After Injuries From Violence? 

As long as you were carrying out work-related duties when the injury occurred, you can file a workers’ comp claim. This applies to injuries caused by violence, reckless drivers, and similar incidents. If you lost a loved one due to a violent incident at their workplace, you may also file a workers’ comp claim on their behalf. You may be eligible for death benefits, and this compensation could help you cover the cost of their missed wages. Speak with a workers’ comp lawyer for further guidance.

Can a Tampa Workers’ Compensation Lawyer Help After a Fatal Accident? 

A Tampa workers’ compensation lawyer may be able to help if your loved one lost their life on the job. You may be eligible to pursue death benefits, and this compensation may help you cover a lifetime of lost wages. To learn more about the benefits of workers’ comp claims after fatal accidents in Florida, contact The Franco Law Firm. We can also help with denied claims, so reach out today to get started.

Sources: 

msn.com/en-us/news/crime/florida-mailman-stabs-lawncare-worker-over-parking-deputies/ar-AA1sOo1X

iontb.com/troopers-track-down-driver-that-drove-around-construction-barricade-and-struck-two-workers/