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Hurt While Working at Coca-Cola or in the Beverage Industry?
Coca-Cola (commonly known as “Coke”) is one of the world’s largest beverage companies. It is headquartered in Atlanta, GA and has several hundred employees. As such, Coke employees are generally covered under the Workers’ Compensation Act. Over the years, our firm has had the privilege of representing Coke employees and helping them secure their weekly…
Bryan Ramos Named on the Board of Directors of PACCGA
Bryan Ramos, managing partner at Ramos Law Firm, has been named to the Board of Directors for The Philippine American Chamber of Commerce of Georgia. The 2011 Board was inducted on
Occupational Deaths: What Happens if a Worker Dies On The Job?
In the event of a compensable injury that results in the death of an employee, the employer is responsible for burial expenses (not to exceed $7,500). If the Employee has “dependents” who are completely dependent upon the employee’s wages for support at the time of the injury, those dependents are eligible for compensation. This is…
Airline Employee Injured on the Job
Airline workers such as Delta employees, Airtran workers, and baggage handlers for both airlines are generally covered under workers’ compensation. If you have been injured on the job, you are entitled to immediate medical treatment. It is important to report the injury to your supervisor and accurately explain how the injury happened as a part…
Workers’ Comp (Compensation) Prescriptions
According to a study published by the NCCI, the volume of prescription drugs dispensed by workers’ comp physicians to injured workers has risen sharply in recent years. It appears that Georgia workers’ comp physicians are amongst the highest dispensing in the country. Interestingly, Oxycontin has become the top
Have you been injured while working as a Nurse in Georgia?
A recent Bureau of Labor Statistics study showed that registered nurses, nursing aides, orderlies, and attendants experienced more musculoskeletal disorders and back injuries than any other profession. This study supported that 12 percent of nurses in a hospital setting suffer these injuries. Moreover, 17.3 percent of nurses in a nursing home setting experience these work-related…
Injured While Working on a Construction Site in Georgia?
Many work place accidents occur at the construction sites in Atlanta as well as any other Georgia city or town . It is important to understand that these injuries are not “just part of the job”. These injuries must be reported appropriately and these workers should receive quality medical treatment. Many construction employees feel irritated,…
Workers Injured During Georgia’s Ice Storm
During the first winter snow storm of 2011, the City of Atlanta and the surrounding counties were paralyzed by the resulting ice. While there were generally warnings to stay off the roads, many workers were required to return to work. According to the local news, many workers suffered “slip and fall” injuries
Workers Compensation Weekly Disability Benefits and Direct Deposit
Generally, if an employee sustains an on-the-job injury resulting in total disability, he or she is entitled to temporary total disability benefits (TTD) under O.C.G.A. § 34-9-261. The calculation of these benefits are determined
AIG agrees to pay $100 million fine for violation of workers’ comp regulations
The American Insurance Group Inc. has agreed to pay more than $100 million in fines and other penalties to resolve claims that the insurer violated workers’ compensation regulations. It agreed to pay about $46.5 million in
Bryan Ramos Featured on Atlanta Bar’s Layman’s Lawyer Radio Show
On Saturday, December 11, 2010, Bryan Ramos was one of the featured workers’ compensation attorneys on the Atlanta Bar’s Layman’s Lawyer which airs on The Zone. Every week guest attorneys from different practice areas answer your questions. If you missed the show we’ll have the full clip on here soon. Check back!
For Attorneys: Ethical Considerations in Depositions
On Friday, December 17, 2010, Atlanta attorney David Thomas presented Ethical Considerations in Depositions, written by Bryan C. Ramos at a seminar hosted by NBI. The presentation covered
Ramos Law Firm Supports Local Walk to Defeat ALS
On Saturday, November 6, 2010, attorneys from the workers’ compensation firm, Ramos Law Firm, participated and raised funds in the 2010 Walk to Defeat ALS. The attorneys walked for “Team Thomas” in memory of Don Thomas. The event
What happens at a Georgia workers’ compensation hearing?
One of the most common questions asked from claimants as we prepare for trial is what happens at the workers’ compensation hearing. It is advisable that you call our office prior to proceeding to a hearing. Contact us today at(404) 355-3431. Essentially, the administrative law judge will review the admissible evidence regarding the specific issues…
Can I have a workers’ compensation case and a personal injury case at the same time?
In some cases, an injury may arise out of and in the course of employment but it was caused by a third party’s actions. In this particular situation, the injured worker will have a workers’ compensation case and potentially a personal injury matter. In most cases
I was hurt at my company picnic. Do I have a workers’ comp claim?
Under the Georgia Workers’ Compensation Act, accidental injuries occurring while the employee is participating in a company sponsored event is compensable if
Recorded workplace deaths in the U.S. in 2009
According to Census of Fatal Occupational Injuries program, the preliminary total of recorded workplace deaths in the U.S. during 2009 were approximately 4,340. In 2008, the death totals were
What does it mean to “settle” a case?
Essentially, settlement translates to a closure of the case. Generally, the Employer/Insurer will pay the injured employee a lump sum of money to relieve them of any past or future liability. The decision to settle a workers’ compensation must be a mutual one. The injured worker and the Employer/Insurer must agree to settle the case.…
Could the insurance company be following me or taking surveillance of me?
The Employer/Insurer may place an injured employee “under surveillance”. In theory, the insurance company uses surveillance to
Change of Condition For The Worse
Generally, a “change in condition for the worse” is defined as a change in the injured employee’s wage earning capacity, physical condition, or status after the original “condition” was established under the law. (O.C.G.A. § 34-9-104) The original condition is usually the establishment of the worker’s weekly benefits or medical status. The injured employee has…