Answering What Does PPD Mean to My Case? Free Consultation Have you or someone you love been hurt at work? Fill out the contact form below for a free consultation to examine your workers’ compensation rights, or call us at (770) 637-0105, even if you’ve been denied benefits. *We value your privacy, all information is…
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When you get injured on the job and return to work with a permanent disability that keeps you from performing in the same capacity as before, you are eligible for “permanent partial disability,” also called PPD benefits. PPD benefits have different computations based on a state’s rules and regulations. There are also other variables in…
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Permanent Partial Disability or PPD Definition Injured workers may question what a permanent partial disability rating (PPD) means to their workers’ compensation case. Essentially, the PPD rating is a final medical assessment of a worker’s injury as it relates to his ability to function. At some point during the recovery process after an injury, the…
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Georgia law defines PPD as a disability partial in character but permanent in quality resulting in a loss or loss of use of body members or from the partial loss of use of the injured employee’s body. In other words,
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The law defines PPD as a disability partial in character but permanent in quality resulting in a loss or loss of use of body members or from the partial loss of use of the injured employee’s body. In other words, the PPD rating is a medical assessment as to whether the work injury permanently affected…
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Workers’ compensation insurance exists to provide injured workers with a reprieve after getting hurt while on the clock. No matter the industry you’re in, it’s important to get the money you deserve after sustaining injuries. But how do workers’ compensation payments work in Georgia, how do you start filing a claim, and what are the…
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Understanding MMI Workers’ Compensation in Georgia The unfortunate reality for many workers injured on the job is that they often never see the accident coming. However, what’s more surprising is how long the recovery can take. You may think you’ll be back to work in a week or two, but months later, your injury isn’t…
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Georgia Corrections Officer Accidents & Injuries Lawyer The state of Georgia is home to not only 34 state prisons, but also incarcerates more people per-capita than any other democratic government, according to the Georgia Budget & Policy Institute. Georgia correctional officers are tasked with demanding jobs requiring long hours, high anxiety, and a significantly lower…
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If you’ve been injured at work, Georgia employees are entitled to certain benefits by law. However, there are instances where your employer or its insurance company might deny your claim, delay payment, or otherwise drag their feet. When this occurs, working with a skilled Atlanta workers’ comp lawyer can get you the answers you need,…
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If you have been injured while at work in Georgia, there is help available. Injured workers may qualify for workers’ compensation benefits that can help cover the costs of medical bills, additional expenses, and lost wages during their recovery period. Hiring an Atlanta workers’ compensation lawyer can help ensure that you file for your benefits…
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