Workers’ Compensation Florida

Save on Florida Workers’ Comp and get fast proof of insurance.

*Quote provided by Tivly, a trusted insurance partner.

What can be covered by Workers’ Compensation insurance in Florida?

Medical expenses

Medical expenses

Like exams, treatment and rehabilitation.
Lost wages

Lost wages

For employee recovery after a work injury.
Retraining

Retraining

To teach injured employees new skills if they can no longer do their jobs.
Permanent injury

Permanent injury

Benefits for employees who can no longer work due to injury.

Table of Contents

Is Florida Workers’ Compensation insurance required?

Workers’ compensation insurance is required in Florida for most businesses with four or more employees.

Every business that does construction work must have workers’ comp coverage for each employee — including contractors and self-employed workers.

Florida also has requirements for agricultural work. You must provide workers’ comp If you have a business with six or more regular employees or 12 or more seasonal employees who work for more than 30 days per year.

Workers’ comp could also be required in the city where you work or for certain business licenses and certifications. For example, Florida asks for proof of workers’ comp insurance with their general contractor license requirements.

Florida workers’ compensation proof of coverage

Some clients may also ask for proof of coverage before signing a contract to work with you.

NEXT can help you obtain coverage and a certificate of insurance to satisfy a license or bid requirement.

A workers’ comp policy is optional for your business of three or less employees. But without coverage you could be held responsible for expenses if you or an employee gets hurt on the job.

Get Instant Quote

Who is exempt from Workers’ Compensation insurance in Florida?

Some business owners, officers and members of an LLC business are eligible for a workers’ comp exemption.

To be considered exempt, file an exemption application with the Florida Division of Workers’ Compensation.

It’s important to remember: If your business is involved in a workplace accident, any lost wages or medical expenses would be paid out of pocket or through medical insurance.

What’s covered by Florida Workers’ Compensation?

Workers’ comp can help pay for expenses related to work-related injuries for employees and business owners.

If you or an employee is injured on the job, a Florida workers’ comp policy can help pay for:

  • Emergency treatment and medical expenses
  • Lost wages income benefits
  • Death benefits
  • Retraining if you can no longer do your job
  • Permanent injury

Let’s say you own a small plumbing business. While on a job, an employee hits their head and goes to the emergency room. Workers’ compensation could help pay for emergency treatment expenses up to the policy limit.

Workers’ compensation does not cover incidents that are not job-related or situations when the injured person violates company policies, commits misconduct or uses drugs or alcohol.

Workers’ compensation owners coverage

Workers’ comp can help protect employees and business owners alike.

Add optional owners coverage to your NEXT policy to help with medical expenses not covered by personal insurance or to help cover the cost of lost income if you are injured at work.

Workers’ comp income benefits in Florida

Florida workers’ compensation income benefits include one of three options. The maximum annual amount is determined by the Florida Division of Workers’ Compensation:

  • Temporary total disability means a doctor has verified that the injured person cannot work because of a work-related injury. They can receive up to two-thirds of their average weekly wage for up to 104 weeks.
  • Permanent impairment disability means a doctor assesses an injury that will not improve significantly. Employees may receive up to 75% of their temporary disability rate. Benefits can be estimated by the Florida Department of Financial Services calculator.
  • Cases of permanent total disability occur when the employee is permanently unable to work. Up to two-thirds of the person’s average weekly wage will be covered until they’re 75 years old.

Workers’ comp death benefits in Florida

In the unfortunate event of an employee’s death, workers’ compensation provides 66.67% of the deceased worker’s average weekly wage to dependents, up to $150,000.

Learn more about workers’ compensation coverage.

What if you don’t have Workers’ Comp in Florida?

Failing to provide workers’ comp when required under Florida law can result in a stop-work order enforced by the Division of Workers’ Compensation. Stop-work orders happen about 2,500 times a year or an average of almost seven times a day, according to data provided by the state.

Any business that receives a stop-work order has to close until it’s in compliance. In some cases, there could be a penalty of double the estimated workers’ comp insurance costs for two years.

If you’re not required to provide workers’ comp based on Florida laws, employees can still file a lawsuit to recover medical expenses or lost wages after a workplace injury.

How much does Workers’ Comp insurance cost?

Workers’ compensation costs vary across industries. Factors that influence price include:

  • The number of employees and the type of work they do
  • Your total payroll
  • Your insurance claims history
  • The locations where you do business

The best way to determine the insurance rate for your business is to get a free instant quote from NEXT and Tivly, our trusted insurance partner.

How NEXT helps Florida small business owners

NEXT works with Tivly to offer an easy way to get a free workers’ compensation insurance quote, purchase coverage and get access to your certificate of insurance.

Get Instant Quote

Other important business insurance policies in Florida

Workers’ compensation insurance provides many important protections, but you’ll need additional coverage to protect from all the risks your small business can face.
Many Florida small businesses also consider:
General Liability
General Liability Insurance

General liability insurance protects your business from common mistakes or accidents, such as customer injury or damages to someone’s property.

Commercial Auto
Commercial Auto insurance

In Florida, all business-owned vehicles must be covered by commercial auto insurance. If you drive or use your personal vehicle for work, commercial auto insurance can help protect your business from the cost of accidents.

Commercial Property
Commercial Property insurance

Commercial property insurance can provide financial help if your business structures, goods, gear or inventory are damaged or destroyed by a covered event.

Errors & Omissions
Professional Liability insurance (also called E&O insurance)

Professional liability insurance, also known as Errors & Omissions insurance, provides financial protection against claims of professional mistakes and negligence.

Get customized insurance in Florida

blank 1x1

NEXT Insurance reviews

Satisfied Customer

Best business insurance with the easiest process!

Stephen H.

2/14/2023

Small business insurance

I thought next was easy to use, great rates and outstanding follow-up.

Taylor M.

2/13/2023

Small start up

Thanks for helping a small startup. Was able to get the insurance I need for a cost I could afford.

Deborah H.

2/12/2023

Easy to use

Great! Set everything up and got the insurance needed for my business without hassle and it was very easy and quick to navigate.

Myles C.

2/18/2023

Great!

Hassle free and great to work with. Affordable.

Anthony G.

2/17/2023

Peace of mind

easy to apply and and customer service is very responsive

Darrell W.

2/19/2023

Easy & affordable

This company makes the process very easy & affordable. Thank you for this service!!

Ronald M.

2/21/2023

Easy to sign up and has what I need.

Only took about 10 minutes to have all my questions answered and get the plan I need for my business. Great price and easy to understand plan.

Annick L.

2/21/2023

The best service.

Thanks for your help with my needs, I'm very grateful for your assistance and help. I will recommend your company to others

JOEL C.

2/9/2023

Blown away

Truly a great team of people that worked really hard to get everything together for me and went out of there way to make it fast and easy

Raaf C.

2/6/2023

* To the extent permitted by law, applicants are individually underwritten, not all applicants may qualify. Individual rates and savings vary and are subject to change. Discounts and savings are available where state laws and regulations allow, and may vary by state. Certain discounts apply to specific coverages only.
What we cover
Chat with Us

Mon – Fri | 8 a.m. – 5 p.m. CT

FacebookInstagramTiktokTwitterLinkedinYoutube
© 2024 Next Insurance, Inc. 975 California Ave, Palo Alto, CA 94304, United States
Better Business Bureau
Issuance of coverage is subject to underwriting. Not available in all states. Please see the policy for full terms, conditions and exclusions. Coverage examples are for illustrative purposes only. Your policy documents govern, terms and exclusions apply. Coverage is dependent on actual facts and circumstances giving rise to a claim. Next Insurance, Inc. and/or its affiliates is an insurance agency licensed to sell certain insurance products and may receive compensation from insurance companies for such sales. Policy obligations are the sole responsibility of the issuing insurance company. Refer to Legal Notices section for additional information.

Any starting prices or premiums represented before an actual customer quote are not guaranteed and are representations of existing premiums of active policies as of December 6, 2023. To the extent permitted by law, applicants are individually underwritten, not all applicants may qualify. Individual rates and savings vary and are subject to change. Discounts and savings are available where state laws and regulations allow, and may vary by state. Certain discounts apply to specific coverages only.