It is almost impossible to navigate today’s world without mention of the economy—inflation, rising cost of goods, shifting and shuffling employment, etc. So with all this talk about the economy, how is workers’ compensation affected? To begin, let’s look
So you’ve recently sustained an on-the-job injury—what to do about a doctor? As an employee, your employer is responsible for identifying medical care providers available in the event of an accident. According to the State Board of Workers’ Compensation
While most of the world begins to return to pre-COVID normalcy, there are some people who are unable to move on from the realities of the last two years. There is undoubtedly much grief following the pandemic and its
Workplace injuries happen. While occupational hazards are often preventable, when they do occur it is important to understand what the timeline looks like for the recovery, benefits, and claims processes. After an accident, it is essential to act in
We all know job injuries happen. But did you know the severity of your work-related injury determines what level of workers’ compensation coverage you receive? The four main types of coverage include: Temporary partial disability Temporary total disability Permanent
This month marks a very sobering milestone in the COVID-19 pandemic: the two-year anniversary of a nationwide shutdown to prevent the spread of the virus. This monumental event threw us all into a new way of life. Current common
In Georgia, workers’ compensation insurance may soon cover mental health treatment for first responders. House Bill 855, sponsored by Rep. Gregg Kinnard, D-Lawrenceville, states: “If a first responder experiences one or more psychologically traumatic events and is thereafter diagnosed
The biggest day in professional football is finally here. As the Los Angeles Rams and the Cincinnati Bengals take the field to compete for the title of Super Bowl LVI champion, it’s important to remember the physical toll the
As 2022 officially kicks off, there is no better time to reflect on the previous year and the changes that our world has undergone. The workers’ compensation industry, as well as many others, have changed significantly over the past
The holiday season is a fantastic time to rest and relax. Many people take vacation before the end of the year to spend time with their family and friends and recharge for the new year. If you have suffered