Injured On the Job in Georgia
Will my Workers’ Compensation Benefits Cease if I have a Subsequent Injury?
A subsequent injury may sever an Employer/Insurer’s liability for medical care and indemnity benefits. Please see Board Rule 204. To determine whether the chain of causation is broken, it is necessary to examine the circumstances surrounding the subsequent injury, and answer questions such as: Did the subsequent injury occur at work? Did the subsequent injury…
Read MoreDoes Workers’ Comp Cover Employees and Contractors?
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Will you be covered by worker’s compensation law? This is the first thing that must be established to ensure that the tragedy you have been into can be compensated and you won’t be spending more for a no hope case. This infographic will reveal some methods and strategies that will help you get the compensation.
Read MoreCash Benefits for On-the-Job Injuries in Georgia
If you have sustained an occupational injury, you may be wondering if you are eligible for benefits and, if so, which ones. Here are some frequently asked questions about cash awards for workers’ compensation cases. Q: If I am out of work for an injury that occurred in the State of Georgia, what percentage of…
Read MoreCommon Issues About the Workers’ Compensation Process
If you are injured on the job, you must report your injury to your employer. This should be reported immediately when possible, but certainly within thirty (30) days. You then will also need to file your workers’ compensation claim with the Board within the statutory time frame set forth by Georgia law. Once you have…
Read MoreThe Benefits of Hiring an Atlanta Workers’ Compensation Attorney
If you’ve been injured on the job, you can attempt to get the benefits that you are entitled to on your own, but there are risks in filing workers’ compensation claims alone. Here are some of the challenges that an injured employee could run into (based on actual cases): Your employer may miscategorize you as…
Read MoreHow to File for Workers’ Compensation Benefits in Georgia
You go to work so that you can pay your bills, but occasionally, things happen in the workplace that limit your ability to make a living. If you have been injured on the job in the State of Georgia, you may be wondering what to do next. Fortunately, workers’ compensation protects not just employers but employees,…
Read MoreInjured on the Job? Follow These Steps for a Positive Outcome
If you are injured on the job, you may be tempted to keep working because you don’t want to rock the boat. This could jeopardize your workers’ compensation claim down the line, however. Workers’ compensation regulations can be very tricky to navigate, and the wrong move can have significant repercussions. If you are hurt in…
Read MoreWhen to Hire a Workers’ Comp Attorney
Accidents could happen anywhere even in the safest place you can think of. Much more in a workplace that has many uncontrollable factors that can cause the accident. Such unfortunate event can lead to other sufferings especially in the physical and emotional aspect of living. The law provides rights and privileges for victims. Know yours…
Read MoreGoing Back to Work After an Occupational Injury
Being injured on the job can be a jarring experience. Your health can take a beating and so can your career. Your life may now involve a litany of doctor’s appointments, and you may find yourself trying to navigate the often-perplexing workers’ compensation system to get the benefits that you deserve. At some point, your…
Read MoreWorried About Your Job After Taking Time off for an Injury?
If you have been injured on the job, you may be facing a number of quandaries. First, you may be trying to navigate the workers’ compensation process. This can entail getting adequate medical treatment as well as paid time off of work for injuries. You may also be concerned about your job—especially if your recovery…
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