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Beware the Slow Erosion of Workers’ Comp
Remember the old frog in boiling water analogy? It’s meant to underline the danger of slow erosion. If a frog jumps in a pot of boiling water, it notices the heat immediately, and jumps out. However if a frog jumps into a pot of lukewarm water that heats up to boiling, it won’t notice the…
A Workers’ Comp Success Story
Felicia S. is no stranger to hard work. As a retail manager working with high-end customers, she has learned to transition from up-selling at the make-up counter to packing piles of fragrance boxes at the blink of an eyelash. But after Felicia took a bad fall at work while taking down a visual display, her…
Happy Memorial Day from Ramos Law Firm
Georgia’s hard-working citizens deserve a day off in honor of our veterans. Rest, recreation and family time are critical to balance and even safety in the workplace. Here are some ideas for enjoyable things to do today and tomorrow. Happy Memorial Day from Ramos Law Firm! Stone Mountain: Salute the Troops. Through Monday, 5/25…
Preventing Lifeguard Injuries
It’s that time of the year when pools are opening and teens are out looking for work: many as lifeguards. We hear a lot about water safety this time of year. But who is looking out for the young people who risk their lives- often with little-to-no experience? Preventing lifeguard injuries is imperative for the…
Ramos Law Firm Celebrates 10th Anniversary with Everyday Heroes
Ramos Law Firm has had the privilege of serving Georgia’s injured workers for ten years! It’s been a fulfilling decade for all of us at the firm. We’ve had the opportunity to learn from hard-working, resilient people who have persevered through hardship and have come out ahead. We have chosen to celebrate our anniversary by honoring…
Poultry Workers in Georgia and Job Outlook
It seems we win some and lose some in the Peach State job market these days. According to the Atlanta Business Chronicle, Tyson Foods appears to making changes that could affect poultry workers in Georgia. Tyson will reportedly close its operation near Columbus and reduce a shift at the Dawson plant. The poultry giant will,…
Judge Vicki Lynn Snow retires from SBWC
Ramos Law Firm congratulates Administrative Law Judge, Vicki Lynn Snow, on her retirement from the Georgia State Board of Workers’ Compensation. Prior to her tenure on the State Board’s Trial Division, Judge Snow served for many years on the Appellate Division. While Judge Snow’s last day was April 29, 2015, she plans to continue her…
Risks of Being Injured on a Summer Job
The month of May is here. For many, it’s one of the busiest months of the year, especially for families. High School and college graduations, proms, summer vacation planning and summer job-hunting may keep families and teens in constant motion. And while our young people are looking for seasonal work, it is important for parents…
Are Subcontractors Eligible for Workers’ Compensation?
Subcontracting is a common business practice that can help general contractors and businesses get jobs done more efficiently. But what happens when a subcontracted worker is injured on the job? Are subcontractors eligible for workers’ compensation benefits? The facts about subcontractors and workers’ comp Georgia is one of 44 states that statutorily regulates workers’ compensation within…
Injury from Hydrogen Sulfide Gas
A tragic series of mishaps at an asphalt refining company in Douglas County, Georgia this week is a reminder of how quickly injuries can happen when workers are taken off-guard. It also prompts us to re-visit safety protocol and prevention of injury from hydrogen sulfide gas. The incident at the Asphalt Refining and Technology Company…
Job Postings in Georgia
We all like to see job growth in our state. Several job postings in Georgia and recent announcements are worth sharing- and good news for Georgia workers looking for jobs. First, we’re fortunate to have a thriving healthcare industry here in Georgia. The promise of 900 new jobs at Kaiser Permanente just made the jobs…
Nurses Injured On-the-Job
Healthcare workers have one of the highest rates of injury than those in any other profession. One of the fastest-growing sectors of the U.S. economy, the healthcare industry employs over 18 million workers. Tens of thousands of nursing employees suffer back and neck injury and other musculoskeletal injuries each year. Additional injury risks include needle-sticks,…
Ramos Law Firm Supports Filipino-Americans
In support of the Filipino-American community, Ramos Law Firm is assisting with a small business boot camp as part of the White House Initiative on Asian American and Pacific Islanders (WHIAAPI). The conference takes place tomorrow in Philadelphia, PA, hosted by The Philippine American Chamber of Commerce of Pennsylvania and Southern New Jersey. The event…
When an Injured Worker’s Condition Changes for the Worse
It’s important for an injured worker to take an appropriate amount of time off work after being injured on-the-job. After enough time on temporary total disability, most workers are ready to get back to work. But what happens if that person’s condition changes for the worse after he goes back to work? By that time,…
Georgia Workers Injured In the Warehouse
Metropolitan Atlanta is the fifth-largest market in the U.S. for warehouse space. With about 800 million square feet of space, Georgia is a go-to state for corporations looking for affordable warehousing, and also one that logs thousands of workplace accidents. Nearly 250,000 Georgia workers are employed in warehouses in Warner-Robbins, Gainesville, Macon, August, Atlanta, Columbus…
What Does PPD Rating Mean to an Injured Workers’ Case?
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…
Is it OK to Attend a Court Hearing Without a Lawyer?
Since workers’ compensation cases do not go to a jury trial, some people may have the false impression that workers’ comp court hearings are simple matters to navigate without legal representation. However, we do not advise you to attend a court hearing without a lawyer. There is an old adage in criminal trials that describes…
Safety for an Aging Workforce
Most of us hope for a relaxing retirement after decades of hard work. But the reality is, more people are working longer to make up for failed investments or simply to provide extra time to plan for their next phase in life. So what does an aging workforce mean to businesses trying to keep workers…
Supporting Youth in Foster Care
Youth are the future of our workplaces and our communities. Whether we are a parent or concerned citizen, we should all recognize the importance fostering leadership qualities in our young people. This in part is why Ramos Law Firm is a proud sponsor of Camp Horizon, a charity organization offering year-round programs to Metro Atlanta’s youth…
Dollar General Safety Violations
In the same week Dollar General announced record sales in 2014, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) has cited a Georgia store for safety violations discovered during a December audit, proposing $83,000 in fines. Dollar General has been cited for similar violations in 2010 and 2014. A local news station talked to an OSHA…
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