Taylor v. Air Canada

In this workers’ compensation appeal, Claimant argues that the Judge of Compensation Claims (JCC) abused her discretion in denying her a $2,000 advance of compensation as permitted by section 440.20(12)(c)2., Florida Statutes (2010). We agree and reverse and remand for further proceedings.

Claimant, the compensability of whose claim has been controverted by the Employer/Carrier, requested the advance of compensation for the stated reason of taking the deposition of Claimant’s personal physician who could testify as to Claimant’s condition and the treatment she received immediately after she…