It’s no secret that the busiest time of year for shopping is around the holidays. Although many people are opting to shop online this year as a result of the pandemic, there will still be large crowds at retail stores for last minute shopping as
2020 has been a year truly unlike any other. Amongst the many things that make this year different, consumers are buying drastically more everyday goods online. This has dramatically increased the need for factories, distribution centers, postal services and truck drivers. This holiday season, the
If you have been paying attention to COVID-19 news and legislation, you will have heard about the new bill passed by Governor Kemp titled “Georgia COVID-19 Pandemic Business Safety Act”. This legislation is designed to protect healthcare facilities and businesses from any liability related to
The summer months can include a wide array of fun activities including beach trips and pool parties with friends and family. Although there is lots of fun to be had in the sun, heat can pose a serious threat to your health, especially if you
If you have been infected with COVID-19 and have had to take time off work as a result, you may be wondering when it is appropriate to return to work. Perhaps your employer gave you a period of time that is either longer or shorter
During this confusing time, it is important to stay in-the-know with how COVID-19 is impacting workers’ safety and rights. The Workers Injury Law and Advocacy Group periodically releases updates on how specific industries and states are being impacted by the pandemic. There have recently been
Workplace injuries can significantly impact your quality of life, so it is essential that if you incur an injury on-the-job, you receive the best healthcare as quickly as possible for your recovery. What happens if, because of your doctor’s negligence, that isn’t the case, though?
If a worker is injured on the job, they should be treated equally and receive the same aid from workers’ compensation benefits. In Florida, there have been undocumented workers who did not receive workers’ comp, and even some have been arrested for being undocumented (even
A work injury can happen for a multitude of reasons such as hazardous working conditions, improperly maintained equipment or work environment, lack of proper training, or weak management, amongst other issues. With that being said, Workers’ Compensation in Georgia is there to help take care
It’s no secret that Georgia law strongly encourages settlement in workers’ compensation cases. Most injured workers in Georgia will eventually consider and/or accept a settlement offer. Accepting a settlement can be both good and bad, depending on the situation. On the one hand it can