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
Did you know that in the state of Georgia, independent contractors (freelancers, consultants, etc.) are not eligible for workers’ compensation benefits? Over the past few years, there has been a surge in employers outsourcing to independent contractors which gives
According to the CDC, second hand smoke is dangerous and contains hundreds of toxic chemicals, 70 of which cause cancer. So what happens if you are a non-smoker and you become sick because of exposure to environmental tobacco smoke?
Many Georgian’s take on an additional job during the holidays for extra spending money. So, what happens if you, as a temporary worker, gets hurt while on the job? Are you covered by workers’ compensation like the rest of
Some workplace injuries are so bad you can no longer make the living you once did. When this happens, most employees are able to be compensated through workers’ compensation insurance which provides medical care, ongoing rehab, and supplemental income
Workers’ comp claims can be confusing and frustrating for thousands of Georgia workers’ each year. Many claims require a lawyer to help make decisions, prepare their case, and guide them through the process of filing a claim. During the
No matter where you go in the world, you will find people hunched over their phones, avidly punching away at the keys. And almost all of them will end up with a stiff neck at one time or another.
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.
Research shows that greater than 50% of injured workers develop depressive symptoms post injury—particularly during the first month. It’s true, many workers that suffer a serious physical injury will fall into a depression as a result sleep deprivation, pain,
Employers are required to have a workers’ compensation insurance to replace an injured workers’ wages and medical benefits. Additionally, employers are required by the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) to report an illness or injury that occurs during