MKRS Law is proud to recognize Partner Mariam D. Yanes for her continued leadership and active role in advancing education within Florida’s workers’ compensation community.
Mariam will serve as a featured speaker for the upcoming Florida Bar Workers’ Compensation Section educational program:
Handling Permanent Total Disability Claims from Start to Finish: Claimant and Defense Perspectives
Permanent Total Disability claims remain one of the most significant and highly litigated areas in Florida workers’ compensation law. This comprehensive program will provide practical insight into the progression of PTD claims from both the Employee/Claimant and Employer/Carrier perspectives.
Attendees will gain valuable guidance on:
- Initial intake and case evaluation
- Discovery and litigation strategy
- Vocational expert involvement
- Final hearing preparation and presentation
- Evidentiary considerations
- Relevant case law and practical litigation tips
Mariam continues to be a respected voice in the workers’ compensation arena through her litigation experience, mentorship, and commitment to professional education across the state of Florida.
Program Speakers
- Mariam D. Yanes, Esq.
- Ryan Knight, Esq.
- Ricardo Morales, Esq.
As workers’ compensation litigation continues to evolve, educational programs like this help attorneys, employers, carriers, and claims professionals remain informed on emerging trends, litigation strategies, and practical solutions impacting the industry statewide.
Event Details & Register Now
May 20, 2026
11:50 AM – 1:30 PM
Online Seminar
To register for the program, click below.
Meet the Speaker
Mariam D. Yanes, Esq.
Partner, MKRS Law
Mariam D. Yanes is a Partner with MKRS Law and a highly regarded workers’ compensation defense attorney. She is a Florida Bar-registered CLE instructor and a sought-after speaker at major industry conferences, recognized for her leadership and trial advocacy.
