If you've been injured at work but have a pre-existing condition, you might be wondering whether you're still eligible for workers' compensation benefits in Georgia. The key is whether your job aggravated or worsened that pre-existing condition. Understanding the Rule: Aggravation is Key Georgia law recognizes that
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
Georgia’s workers’ compensation is adversarial to say the least. We watch as insurance companies reject work injuries that are clearly legitimate. We watch as insurance companies pay less than the full value of the work injury. And we also watch insurance companies acquire medical opinions