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Big Win for First Responders: Florida Court Strengthens the Heart Bill
A recent Florida appellate court decision just made something very clear: the Heart Bill is strong, and it cannot be...
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The Case That Changed the Law for First Responders with PTSD
Some cases change one person’s life, while others change the law. The case that changed the law for first responders...
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The History of PTSD for First Responders
The history of PTSD for first responders involves the law’s slow recognition of the realities of police work, firefighting, and...
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Your Union Rep Isn’t a Lawyer — And That’s OK
Why First Responders Need Both Union Advocacy and Legal Protection in Workers’ Comp Cases If you're a first responder in...
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🚫 What Happens When a Presumption Claim Under F.S. 112.18 Gets Denied?
By Paolo Longo | Bichler & Longo | June 2025 If you’re a first responder in Florida who filed a...
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What Happens If You Can’t Return to Work After Filing a Heart Bill Claim?
Voluntary Retirement vs. Medical Separation and How to Plan Your Exit By Paolo Longo | Bichler & Longo | June...
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Workers’ Compensation
“Don’t File a Claim, We’ll Handle It”: Why You Should Think Twice
If you've been injured on the job and your employer tells you not to file a workers' compensation claim because...
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Is My Case Over After MMI?
If you've been injured on the job and your doctor has told you that you've reached MMI — or Maximum...
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👮‍♂️ From Rookie to Retirement: Legal Advice for Every Stage of Your Career as a First Responder
By Paolo Longo, Partner at Bichler & Longo Whether you’re just pinning on your badge or gearing up for retirement,...
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Victory on Appeal: Court Reinstates Benefits for Former Correctional Officer Under Heart-Lung Statute
We are proud to share a major legal win for our client, a former correctional officer with the Florida Department...
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