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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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“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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Court Rules in Favor of Officer’s Heart Bill Claim
Bichler & Longo is proud to announce a significant win for one of our clients, a dedicated law enforcement officer...
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Can I Pick My Own Doctor After a Work Injury in Florida?
One of the first questions we hear from injured workers is: “Can I see my own doctor?” The short answer...
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