Workerscompensation.com recently shared an interim report from the U.S. Senate Health, Education, Labor and Pensions Committee. The Committee found that Amazon workers are getting hurt at higher rates than previously reported by the company. It concluded that “… on the job injuries to Amazon warehouse workers are higher during busy times than the company had reported, and the company may be …
Young workers are more likely to get injured on the job than older workers. According to the CDC, workers aged 15–24 are 1.2–2.3 times more likely to be injured than workers aged 25–44. A 2024 report from the Workers Compensation Research Institute found that workers under 25 reported more frequent injuries than those 55 and older.
Atlanta is chock full of interesting “movers and shakers” – some bent on creativity, activism and/or just plain having fun and living the good life. Lean in to hear some of the “off the cuff” remarks as to what makes Susan and Steve Sadow tick. Steve is a nationally recognized criminal defense attorney. His 44-plus year career includes numerous high-profile …
The authorized treating physician (ATP) in a Georgia workers’ compensation case has tremendous power. The ATP is responsible for overseeing an injured worker’s medical care from start to finish. This includes making treatment recommendations, assigning work restrictions and making referrals to other specialists, if needed. When an injured worker reaches maximum medical improvement (MMI), it will be up to the …
1. Knowledge and Expertise: We have a thorough knowledge and understanding of Georgia Workers’ Compensation law. We take the time to attend continuing education seminars that enable us to stay updated on any and all changes or amendments to the workers’ compensation laws. At Sadow & Froy, we are very adept at and enjoy handling complex workers’ compensation cases. 2. Experience: We …
Housing issues in a workers’ compensation claim are very complex. Each case presents a new and unique challenge based upon the facts of that specific case. In order to arrive at a solution for suitable housing in a catastrophic injury case, we look at the extent of our client’s injuries, our client’s residual function post-injury and his or her pre-injury …
In recent years, the legal profession has made significant strides towards gender equality, with more women entering law schools and practicing law than ever before. One intriguing development within this landscape is the rise of all-female law firms. These firms, led and staffed exclusively by women are reshaping the legal industry in remarkable ways. In this blog post, we will …
The majority of the time, when we settle a workers’ compensation case, we resolve both the income benefits and medical benefits portions of the case in a global settlement. However, there are some circumstances where it is more beneficial to settle the income benefits portion only and leave the medical open for the remainder of our client’s lifetime. My clients …
Workers’ compensation is ever changing and evolving as changes arise in the work force. In Georgia, workers’ compensation law are subject to ongoing changes and developments. In this blog, we will delve into some of the hot topics in Georgia workers’ compensation, highlighting recent trends and key issues affecting both employees and employers. Remote Work and Workers’ Compensation The rises …
The answer to this question may surprise you! The National Council on Compensation Insurance (NCCI) recently reported that individuals who suffer shoulder injuries on the job receive the longest period of temporary total disability benefits for being out of work. The average length of time it takes someone with a shoulder injury to return to work is 123 days. The …
