Lauren Cole
Cole & Associates
Clearwater, Florida · 25 Years Experience
About Lauren Cole
With a background in occupational medicine law, Lauren Cole brings a scientific approach to workers' comp cases in Clearwater, Florida. Over 25 years, she has handled thousands of cases involving occupational disease, repetitive stress injuries, and complex permanent disability ratings. Insurance companies take her calls seriously.
Practice Areas
- Workers Compensation
- Wrongful Termination
- Discrimination
Frequently Asked Questions
Lauren Cole works on a contingency fee basis, meaning you pay nothing unless you win. If your case is successful, the attorney's fee is a percentage of your settlement or award — typically 15–25% in Florida. There are no upfront costs and no fees if you don't recover.
Lauren Cole handles all types of workers' compensation cases in Florida, including Back and Spine Injuries, Workers Compensation, Denied Claims, denied claims, permanent disability ratings, and workers' comp appeals.
In Florida, you generally must report your injury to your employer within 30 days and file a formal claim within 1–2 years of the injury date. These deadlines are strict — missing them can cost you your benefits. Contact Lauren immediately after any workplace injury.
Yes — claim denials are one of Lauren Cole's specialties. Insurance companies routinely deny valid claims hoping workers won't fight back. With 25 years of experience in Florida workers' comp law, Lauren knows exactly how to appeal denials and fight for the benefits you're entitled to.
Lauren Cole primarily serves clients in Clearwater and the surrounding Florida area, but handles cases throughout the state. If you're in Florida and were injured at work, contact Lauren's office for a free consultation regardless of your location.
Education & Credentials
- J.D. Temple University School of Law
- Bar Florida State Bar, admitted 2001
- Mbr Florida Workers' Compensation Bar Association