Jovita Cortes-Martinez v. Palmetto Vegetable Co., LLC

In this workers’ compensation appeal, Claimant argues the Judge of Compensation Claims (JCC) erred in her interpretation of section 440.34, Florida Statutes (2009). Because we agree the JCC erred in her interpretation of that section, we reverse the order.

In this ease of first impression, we address the formula for computing an attorney’s fee under section 440.34(1):

A fee, gratuity, or other consideration may not be paid for a claimant in connection with any proceedings arising under this chapter, unless approved by the judge of compensation claims or court having jurisdiction over such…