See Articles Written by the Ramos Law Team About Injured On the Job in Georgia
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…
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
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…
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,…
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
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
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!
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…
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
Under the Georgia Workers’ Compensation Act, accidental injuries occurring while the employee is participating in a company sponsored event is compensable if