Agreement Between Union, Employer Divests JCC of Jurisdiction Over Worker's Claim

A Florida appellate court upheld the dismissal of a worker’s claim for benefits, finding that his labor union and employer had a valid and enforceable contractual agreement divesting the Office of the Judges of Compensation Claims of jurisdiction over the matter. Case: Sapp v. Sims Crane & Equipment Co., No. 1D2024-0300, 05/07/2025, published. Facts and procedural history: Richard Sapp filed a workers’ compensation claim against Sims Crane & Equipment Co. He allegedly injured his back when he fell while inspecting his crane. Sims initiated proceedings before the Office o...