Insurance adjusters want to close a workers’ compensation claim as quickly as possible after a worker sustains an injury on the job. Because the insurance company wants to minimize loss, they set a goal to close the claim having paid out the least possible amount
Truckers spend a tremendous amount of time on the road, which puts them at higher odds of being involved in an accident. In fact, truck drivers experience one of the highest rates of injury of any occupation and have one of the most dangerous professions
If you are an injured worker who is facing a trial, you don’t get to choose your lay witnesses. Circumstances make those choices for you. However, the same is not true for your expert witnesses, who will specifically be picked by your lawyer within the
As an employee, the process of purchasing long-term disability (LTD) insurance is simple and usually part of your employee benefits package. Most of the time your employer will offer it, but if not, you can purchase it yourself. So what happens if you sustain an
After an endless road of submitting documents, answering questions, and meeting with your workers’ compensation lawyer, you are finally offered a settlement from the insurance company. Here are answers to a few questions about what to expect with the settlement process. 1. Will my settlement be
As an injured worker, before you can return to work after sustaining a worksite accident, there are specific conditions that must be met. These conditions are designed to safeguard the rights of you, as an employee, and also to help protect you from further injury
Not all jobs pose the same risk of developing an occupational disease. Some jobs where you work around dusts, fibers, chemicals, or fumes put you at greater risk. Manganese is a mineral found in nature that provides nutrients for various types of animals and plants.
Hiring an attorney is never easy, no matter what the situation. Especially if you are someone without much legal experience. So what happens when you get injured and need a workers’ compensation injury for the first time. How will you know you are selecting the
Every state has its own set of workers’ compensation laws. In Georgia, there are several criteria which if not met, could result in a denial. Providing Employer Proper Notice. Whenever you're injured at work you are required to provide notice to your employer. It may seem like
The fact that you were injured at work doesn’t automatically mean you will have your workers’ comp claim validated. There are certain criteria that needs to be met to have a viable claim in Georgia. Claim Criteria There are three main criteria that must be met for