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Most workers rarely think about workers’ compensation until they need it for an injury they’ve sustained on the job. Unfortunately, this means that when it’s time to file a claim, they are uncertain about how to initiate and navigate the workers’ compensation system, or even wonder if they are eligible to receive any benefits at…
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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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Atlanta has the sixth largest metropolitan area in the U.S. and prides itself on the tremendous number of industries contributing to the nation’s economy. Some of the larger industries within Metro-Atlanta’s economy, including healthcare, government, transportation, and many more employ thousands of government workers, all of whom are essential to keeping Metro-Atlanta productive and running…
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Georgia state employment unfairly tends to have an unjustified association with a sedentary work environment, but the reality is that the State of Georgia employs nearly 70,000 hard workers across a diverse array of sectors, including construction, healthcare, administration, and public safety. It’s also important to note that even though serious workplace injuries are more…
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Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International is considered the busiest airport in the world, and it’s all thanks to the thousands of employees who keep it running from day to day. Unfortunately, the demands and complexities of airport work come with a higher risk of workplace injuries. Workers’ compensation benefits are designed to cover medical expenses, lost wages,…
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Georgia is an industrious and hardworking state, but even the most efficient and careful workers can still get hurt on the job. When injuries or illnesses arise from the workplace, employees’ only option is to file for workers’ compensation benefits. Unfortunately, the Georgia workers’ compensation claims process is difficult to navigate and deceptively complex. Below…
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Beverage workers are ultimate industrial athletes. They are asked to load bulky heavy materials, drive big industrial vans and rigs on Georgia’s busiest highways, unload the freight, and then stock the merchandise on many occasions. If you are a beverage delivery driver, you will likely find yourself moving at a rapid pace at the beginning…
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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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