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 a timely manner with reporting information
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 partial disability Permanent total disability Total disability
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 concepts such as essential workers, remote-work,
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 with post-traumatic stress disorder by a
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 game of football exacts on 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 year primarily due to the pandemic.
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 from a workplace injury and are
Employees around the country are thrilled by the fact that many employers are allowing them to go back into the workplace. Although working from home if possible is a nice luxury, there is nothing like being at your workplace with your coworkers. In order to
Around this time of year, when the holiday spirit is in full swing, many companies like to take a moment to celebrate their employees for all of the hard work they put in through the months. These celebrations can be in the form of holiday
The holiday season is full of joy, love, cheer, and unfortunately