Gunster Labor and Employment shareholder Jorge Zamora recently joined Louise Esola of Business Insurance to participate in a discussion about workplace heat exposure, workers' compensation, and the steps employers can take to protect employees in high-temperature environments.
In the conversation, Zamora explores when heat-related illnesses may qualify as workplace injuries, potential liability considerations, and the growing importance of proactive heat safety programs. He also shares practical insights on employee training, response planning, and innovative strategies South Florida employers are using to keep workers safe as scrutiny around workplace heat exposure continues to increase.
Jorge Zamora is a Shareholder in Gunster's Miami office and a member of the firm's Labor and Employment and Business Litigation practice. His practice includes counseling industry-leading companies on labor and employment matters, including day-to-day advisory services, regulatory compliance, risk mitigation, immigration, health and safety, government advocacy, and employment litigation. Jorge also advises employers on union organizing activity, labor-management negotiations, and related traditional labor issues. Complementing his labor and employment practice, he brings significant experience in commercial litigation and business disputes, giving clients a well-rounded advocate for the legal challenges that arise across their operations.
