See Articles Written by the Ramos Law Team About Injured On the Job in Georgia
When an accident happens at work and an injury occurs, the first thing an injured worker should do is seek medical attention by reporting the event to the immediate supervisor or manager. The injured employee should report the details of the accident but focus on securing medical attention. At our firm, we encourage
If you are injured on the job, there are several steps you need to take immediately in order to meet important deadlines and ensure the best outcome after your injury: First, report the incident to your supervisor. Failure to report the accident within 30 days can jeopardize your benefits. (O.C.G.A. § 34-9-80). Your employer will…
During this time, many Atlanta employers hire seasonal employees to help out during the holidays. They are hired to help with retail sales, temporary set-up, or inventory among other items. Unfortunately, these Atlanta employees are rushed, and sometimes they get injured on the job. However, the employers claim, or the injured workers themselves, are unsure…
In many instances, an injured employee receiving workers’ compensation medical benefits may desire a second opinion or an independent medical evaluation. Also, the Employer/Insurer may also want to send you to another physician for a “second opinion.” If you have been injured on the job and you are receiving weekly income benefits, you are entitled
In June 2019, Georgia Pacific announced that it would be closing multiple manufacturing plants in the Southeast. In August 2019 the Kellogg Corporation announced that it would lay off 108 employees in Atlanta. Additionally, the Milledgeville Mohawk plant announced the closure of its plant in October 2019. When these corporate factory plants close its doors,…
The Coca-Cola Company is an American icon in our culture. However, sometimes its workers are injured while on the job. Over the past years, the Ramos Law Firm has represented employees working in Atlanta and other cities around the state of Georgia. In representing these injured workers, we have compiled a short list of things…
In October 2011 the Department of Labor stated that nearly 3.1 million nonfatal workplace injuries and illnesses were reported in the private sector. This roughly translates to almost 4 injured workers per 100 workers. In these tough economic times, injured workers are fearful of losing their jobs and sometimes they are unaware of their rights under…
Not unlike a lot of injured workers’, Robert Griffin, III (affectionately known as “RG3”), was released to return back to work — injuring his right knee in a December 2012 game. While the team doctor denied the
Generally, yes. First, the injured worker must be an “employee”, not an independent contractor. Second, the employer must have at least three (3) employees. The key to whether a worker is an employee or an independent contractor depends on how much control the “employer” has over the worker. The more control, the more likely the…
An employer is required to post a list of physicians showing injured employees physician with whom the Employer or insurance company has pre-approved for treatment. This list of often referred to as the “Panel of Physicians.” The Employer may