Cases

JCC ordered the payment of penalties based on the late payment of IB benefits.  According to the judge's order, the IB benefits were not paid within 20 days of the date of maximum medical improvement and accordingly, penalties and interest were payable.  On appeal, court determined that JCC erred.  Penalties and interest in regards to the payment of IB benefits are payable if benefits are not paid within 20 days of the adjuster having knowledge of the permanent impairment rating.  See Section 440.15(3)(a)1, Florida Statutes.