Brady v. Cypress Communications of South Florida

In this workers’ compensation case, Claimant appeals a ruling of the Judge of Compensation Claims (JCC) declining to approve a stipulation for a $1,500 attorney’s fee to be paid by the Employer/Carrier (E/C) to Claimant’s attorney under section 440.34(3)(a) and (7), Florida Statutes (2013). Because the appellate record does not support the JCC’s ruling, we reverse.

Claimant suffered compensable injuries in a motor vehicle accident in December 2013. Claimant filed petitions for benefits (PFBs) asking for a one-time change in authorized treating provider to Dr. Ellow-itz, the doctor of his…