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# Sadow and Froy: Georgia workers' compensation attorneys with over 33 years of experience and $230+ million in settlements. Specializing in catastrophic injuries including spinal cord injuries, traumatic brain injuries, amputations, and CRPS. Free consultations for injured workers in Atlanta and throughout Georgia.

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- [What Qualifies as a Catastrophic Injury Under Georgia Workers’ Compensation Law?](https://sadowworkerscomplaw.com/what-qualifies-as-a-catastrophic-injury/): Quick Answer: Under Georgia law (O.C.G.A. § 34-9-200.1), a catastrophic injury is one that results in permanent consequences preventing you from returning to work. Specific qualifying injuries include spinal cord injuries causing paralysis, amputations, severe burns covering 25%+ of the body, severe brain injuries, and loss of two or more limbs. These injuries entitle you to lifetime medical benefits and weekly income benefits, unlike standard workers' compensation claims that max out at 400 weeks.
- [Medical Privacy Rights for Injured Workers in Georgia: Why Workers’ Compensation Claims Feel More Invasive Than Prison](https://sadowworkerscomplaw.com/medical-privacy-rights-for-injured-workers-in-georgia-why-workers-compensation-claims-feel-more-invasive-than-prison/): Understanding HIPAA Exceptions and Your Privacy Rights When Filing a Workers' Compensation Claim
- [Why Hiring the Right Workers’ Compensation Attorney Can Mean More Money For You](https://sadowworkerscomplaw.com/hiring-the-right-workers-compensation-attorney/): Attorneys have a statistically significant positive impact on clients' workers' compensation benefits, leading to higher indemnity payments for those who are represented. Studies show that workers with legal representation receive substantially more compensation than those who handle their claims independently. This increased compensation is often attributed to attorneys' expertise in navigating the complex claims process, negotiating with insurance companies, and ensuring clients receive all benefits they are entitled to. 
- [Amazon Workplace Injuries: Insights from the December 2024 Forbes Report](https://sadowworkerscomplaw.com/amazon-workplace-injuries-insights-from-the-december-2024-forbes-report/): Amazon Workplace Injuries: Insights from the December 2024 Forbes Report
- [Prime Days See Increase in Injuries for Amazon Warehouse Workers](https://sadowworkerscomplaw.com/prime-days-see-increase-in-injuries-for-amazon-warehouse-workers/): 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.
- [Young Workers – More Likely To Get Injured](https://sadowworkerscomplaw.com/young-workers-more-likely-to-get-injured/): 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. 
- [The Lowdown! I Bet You Didn’t Know Susan & Steve Sadow.](https://sadowworkerscomplaw.com/the-lowdown-i-bet-you-didnt-know-susan-steve-sadow/): 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.
- [The Power of the Authorized Treating Physician (ATP)](https://sadowworkerscomplaw.com/the-power-of-the-authorized-treating-physician-atp/): 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 ATP to outline permanent work restrictions and to assign a permanent impairment rating.  If an injured worker is on light duty work restrictions, the ATP has the power to approve or disapprove a light duty job description provided by the injured worker’s employer. 
- [Eight Essential Qualities That Set Our Workers’ Compensation Lawyers Apart From Our Competitors](https://sadowworkerscomplaw.com/eight-essential-qualities-that-set-our-workers-compensation-lawyers-apart-from-our-competitors/): 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.
- [Housing Issues in Workers’ Compensation](https://sadowworkerscomplaw.com/housing-issues-in-workers-compensation/): 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 housing status.  A successful housing resolution can make such a meaningful difference in our client’s lives. 
- [Empowering Justice:  The Benefits of All-Female Law Firms](https://sadowworkerscomplaw.com/empowering-justice-the-benefits-of-all-female-law-firms/): 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 explore the benefits of all-female-law firms, highlighting the unique strengths and perspectives they bring to the table. 
- [Indemnity Only Settlements in Workers’ Compensation Cases](https://sadowworkerscomplaw.com/indemnity-only-settlements-in-workers-compensation-cases/): 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 and I chose to do that in two cases that I recently settled.
- [Hot Topics in Georgia Workers’ Compensation](https://sadowworkerscomplaw.com/hot-topics-in-georgia-workers-compensation/): 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. 
- [Which Injuries Result in the Most Lost Time from Work?](https://sadowworkerscomplaw.com/which-injuries-result-in-the-most-lost-time-from-work/): 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 most common causes of shoulder injuries are lifting heavy objects, throwing objects, repetitive work with the arms and bracing oneself from a fall with the arms. While most shoulder injuries are caused by an acute event, shoulder injuries often result from overuse.  Overuse injuries tend to develop more slowly without an obvious cause.
- [BREAKING NEWS! Sadow & Froy have been recognized as the WILG Top 100 Workers’ Compensation Attorneys in the Nation](https://sadowworkerscomplaw.com/breaking-news-sadow-froy-have-been-recognized-as-the-wilg-top-100-workers-compensation-attorneys-in-the-nation/): WILG is the Workers’ Injury Law & Advocacy Group which is composed of workers’ compensation attorneys from across the country. Sadow & Froy has been recognized as the Top 100 Workers' Comp Attorneys in the Nation!
- [Dollar Tree and Family Dollar Stores Finally Reach Settlement with OSHA](https://sadowworkerscomplaw.com/dollar-tree-and-family-dollar-stores-finally-reach-settlement-with-osha/): We are happy to report that following years of citations over blocked safety exits and other unsafe conditions in Dollar Tree and Family Dollar stores across the country, the U.S. Occupational Safety and Health Administration announced last week a corporate-wide settlement that calls for the company to improve conditions and pay $1.35 million in penalties.
- [Recent Favorable Injured Workers’ Court of Appeals Decision](https://sadowworkerscomplaw.com/recent-favorable-injured-workers-court-of-appeals-decision/): The Georgia Court of Appeals recently handed down a favorable ruling for injured workers’.  In City of Atlanta, et. al. v. Sebastian, the Court of Appeals found that the employer/insurer’s suspension of weekly income benefits based upon a full duty release of a referral physician, rather than the “authorized treating physician” was invalid. The Court affirmed the lower decisions of the Administrative Law Judge and the Appellate Division and required the employer/insurer to reinstate the employee’s weekly income benefits. 
- [Opioids and Pain Management in Workers’ Compensation](https://sadowworkerscomplaw.com/pain-management-workers-compensation/): Opioids are a class of drugs that include prescription pain medication such as oxycodone, hydrocodone, codeine and morphine. While opioids can be effective in managing pain, they also come with the risk of dependence, addiction, and other adverse effects.
- [Importance of A Good Attorney-Client Relationship in a Workers’ Compensation Case](https://sadowworkerscomplaw.com/good-attorney-client-relationship/): The attorney-client relationship is crucial in any legal case and particularly in workers' compensation cases. A strong and positive attorney-client relationship can significantly impact the outcome of your case as well as your overall experience. Here are some key reasons why a good attorney-client relationship is essential to your workers' compensation case:
- [10 Reasons You Need Us For Workers’ Compensation Case](https://sadowworkerscomplaw.com/10-reasons-you-need-us-for-workers-compensation-case/): 1.  Workers' compensation in Georgia is a complex process.  As soon as we are hired to represent you, we will help you gather the necessary paperwork and documentation so that a timely claim can be properly filed on your behalf. 
- [Tree Workers Are At High Risk Of Injury](https://sadowworkerscomplaw.com/tree-workers-are-at-high-risk-of-injury/): Atlanta is known as a city in a forest for the abundance of trees and the extent of the city’s tree canopy cover. However, the downside of living in an area with such a huge amount of trees is that tree workers are often needed to cut down limbs which affect property owners. Tree workers are at high risk of injury due to the nature of their work. Some of the most common injuries sustained by tree workers include:
- [Are Short Term Disability or Long Term Disability Benefits Available to me if I Have a Workers’ Comp Case?](https://sadowworkerscomplaw.com/are-short-term-disability-or-long-term-disability-benefits-available-to-me-if-i-have-a-workers-comp-case/): We are often asked by our clients if they can collect Short Term or Long Term Disability benefits at the same time as they are receiving workers' compensation benefits for an accident on the job.
- [Bulging vs. Herniated Discs – Causes and Symptoms](https://sadowworkerscomplaw.com/bulging-vs-herniated-discs-causes-and-symptoms/): We meet many clients with diagnoses of bulging or herniated discs. Although both have to do with the spine, the two conditions are not alike. A bulging disc is like a tire with the air let out.  The disc sags and looks like it is bulging or protruding outward. Yet, the outer layers of the disc remain intact.  When someone has a herniated disc, there is an actual “tear in the tire”.  This causes a jelly-like substance to leak out from the disc into the spinal canal which can compress the nerve root or the spinal cord.
- [Breaking News: Increase in Weekly Compensation Rate for Georgia’s  Injured Workers Effective July 1, 2023](https://sadowworkerscomplaw.com/breaking-news-increase-in-weekly-compensation-rate-for-georgias-injured-workers-effective-july-1-2023/): Injured workers in Georgia who are unable to work are entitled to receive non-taxable weekly workers’ compensation benefits that are 2/3 of their pre-injury average weekly wage. Currently, the cap on these weekly benefits (known as temporary total disability benefits or TTD))  is $725.00. However, the 2023 Georgia Legislative session has just ended and we are happy to share some long-overdue good news!  Effective July 1, 2023, the maximum rate for weekly temporary total disability benefits will increase to $800. The rate for wage loss benefits (known as temporary partial disability benefits or TPD) will increase from the current rate of $483 to $533.  Not only will these rate increases help ease the financial burden for individuals who are either out of work recovering from work-related injuries, or back at light-duty jobs suffering a wage loss, but the rate increases will also raise the settlement value of their cases.  
- [How do Impairment Ratings get Assigned After Knee Surgery?](https://sadowworkerscomplaw.com/how-do-impairment-ratings-get-assigned-after-knee-surgery/): If you suffer a serious workers' compensation knee injury, your doctor may recommend knee surgery.  Even after you have knee surgery, you may still have some permanent limitations as a result of your injury.
- [High Risk of Injury for Warehouse Workers](https://sadowworkerscomplaw.com/high-risk-of-injury-for-warehouse-workers/): Statistically, we have found that five out of every 100 warehouse workers in the United States can expect to suffer an injury. This is almost two times the average nationally for any industry. 15% of all accidental deaths take place when people work in a warehouse, and 25% of all injuries nationwide occurred to warehouse workers. You're eight times more likely to suffer a back injury if you work in a warehouse than in another environment.
- [What You Need to Know Before Giving a Successful Deposition in a Workers’ Compensation Case](https://sadowworkerscomplaw.com/what-you-need-to-know-before-giving-a-successful-deposition-in-a-workers-compensation-case/): Successful deposition testimony can make a huge difference in the outcome of your case! Many times, after a successful deposition, a workers’ compensation case does not go to court. The case may settle or the case may be accepted as compensable which means that the insurance company will start paying your income benefits and provide you with medical treatment for your injuries.
- [The Key to a Successful Return to Work After a Work-Related Injury](https://sadowworkerscomplaw.com/the-key-to-a-successful-return-to-work-after-a-work-related-injury/): Many of our clients suffer Catastrophic work-related injuries and are not able to return to work. However, we also represent injured workers who may be able to return to light-duty positions that do not match their pre-injury jobs. We know this can be a frightening situation, but we also believe that when one door closes, another better door can open. Particularly for younger clients, this can mean new jobs with more opportunities to advance and higher earning potential.
- [Both Susan J. Sadow and Heather D. Froy have been recognized as 2023 Georgia Super Lawyers](https://sadowworkerscomplaw.com/both-susan-j-sadow-and-heather-d-froy-have-been-recognized-as-2023-georgia-super-lawyers/): We are beyond excited to announce that our lead attorneys, Susan J. Sadow, and Heather D. Froy, have both been listed as Super Lawyers for 2023 in the state of Georgia.
- [New Advances in Hip Replacement](https://sadowworkerscomplaw.com/new-advances-in-hip-replacement/): As modern medicine advances, the advances in hip replacement surgery has taken center stage.  We recently attended the Resurgens Work Link Summit where both traditional and robotic approaches were discussed by two of Atlanta’s leading joint replacement surgeons, Dr. Freddy Achecar and Dr. Charles Claps.  During the presentation, both physicians discussed the idea of arthritis resulting in destruction of the joints and chronic pain.  As the arthritis progresses, the damage to the joint cartilage leads to changes in the structures around the joint.  This causes increased pain and limited range of motion and is worsened by weight bearing or activity. 
- [What You Need to Know Before Going to a Functional Capacity Evaluation “FCE”](https://sadowworkerscomplaw.com/what-you-need-to-know-before-going-to-a-functional-capacity-evaluation-fce/): As you approach maximum medical improvement from your work-related injury, your authorized treating physician may order a Functional Capacity Evaluation or “FCE”.  The purpose of the FCE is to determine what your physical abilities and limitations are.  Your treating physician needs to ultimately make an assessment regarding whether you can return to your pre-injury job.
- [“Light Duty” Risks for Healthcare Workers](https://sadowworkerscomplaw.com/light-duty-risks-for-healthcare-workers/): One of the issues related to workers’ compensation claims in the healthcare system is that workers’ compensation carriers will attempt to bring injured employees back to work at “light duty” when in fact any job surrounding patient care is on its face a heavy job.
- [10 New Year’s Tips If You Have Been Injured On The Job In Georgia](https://sadowworkerscomplaw.com/10-new-years-tips-if-you-have-been-injured-on-the-job-in-georgia/): 1. Don’t let the insurance company take advantage of you. If you don’t have an attorney, it is not a level playing field.
- [Psychological Injury Compensation](https://sadowworkerscomplaw.com/3601-2/): At Sadow & Froy, we get calls about psychological injuries such as post-traumatic stress disorder, psychological trauma resulting from an injury, and emotional distress resulting from issues at work.  In Georgia, there are very few circumstances where psychological treatment is found to be the responsibility of the workers’ compensation insurance company.  The first question that must be addressed when we get these calls is whether or not there was any physical injury.  There is a bright line rule in Georgia that there is no obligation for the workers’ compensation carrier to provide psychological treatment unless there is a physical injury as well. Therefore, workers that have solely emotional or psychological injuries are not entitled to workers’ compensation benefits.
- [Chronic Back Pain: New Treatment Option](https://sadowworkerscomplaw.com/chronic-back-pain-new-treatment-option/): Back pain is one of the most common reasons people see a doctor or miss time from work.  The number of people globally with low back pain increased from 377.5 million in 1990 to 577 million in 2017.  Chronic back pain resulting from work-related injuries affects thousands of Georgia’s workers each year.
- [New Rotator Cuff Balloon Procedure Could be Game Changer for Severe Tears](https://sadowworkerscomplaw.com/new-rotator-cuff-balloon-procedure-could-be-game-changer-for-severe-tears/): Rotator cuff tears are the primary reason why injured workers with shoulder pain go to the doctor. Aninnovative new balloon procedure is now available for some individuals with “irreparable rotator cufftears”. This procedure is designed to allow people with severe shoulder injuries to recover faster withless pain. The new minimally invasive technique can be utilized when an injured worker has extensivedamage to the tendons. It involves placing an inflatable device in the space where the rotator cufftendons are supposed to be. This prevents the humeral head from contacting with the acromiom (the bony tip of the outer edge of the shoulder blade). Because the head remains more centered, injured workers will be able to do physical therapy more easily and retrain the muscles that are still intact to have a healthier, more functional joint. This leads to a faster recovery. The saline filled balloon eventually dissolves in the body in approximately a year.
- [The Impact of Social Factors on Workers’ Compensation Claimants](https://sadowworkerscomplaw.com/the-impact-of-social-factors-on-workers-compensation-claimants/): When an individual suffers a work related injury, the loss of income presents the number one concern which sets off a “chain reaction” that affects housing and financial security.  An on-the-job injury does not just affect the injured worker. It affects the injured worker’s entire family. It can lead to child care issues, housing issues including inability to pay rent, and relationship problems due to financial strain.  This may then result in depression due to both physical pain and financial stress, missed doctors appointments and failure to pick up and/or take prescription medication as directed.
- [New Milestone: 20th Consecutive Year as Best Lawyer](https://sadowworkerscomplaw.com/new-milestone-20th-consecutive-year-as-best-lawyer/): We are extremely honored to announce our founding partner, Susan J. Sadow, has been awarded a listing in the 2023 Edition of Best Lawyers in America for the practice area of Workers’ Compensation.
- [Falls From Heights](https://sadowworkerscomplaw.com/falls-from-heights/): The numbers make one thing evident: The risk of falling from heights is not being adequately managed by employers. We have handled countless cases involving falls from heights where our clients have died or suffered catastrophic injuries requiring lifetime medical care.
- [Workers’ Compensation Increases Company Accountability](https://sadowworkerscomplaw.com/workers-compensation-increases-company-accountability/): Workplace injuries are unfortunately common. Any time there is an injury, accountability should be demanded by individuals, the legal system, and the government.
- [Failed Back Surgeries](https://sadowworkerscomplaw.com/failed-back-surgeries/): There was a recent mass shooting in Tulsa, Oklahoma. The shooter was suffering from increased pain following a failed back surgery and targeted his surgeon in the attack. While we do not condone violence of any sort, this attack leads us to examine Failed Back Surgery Syndrome. The man was noted to be experiencing excruciating back pain, and we are very familiar with this phenomenon. Failed back surgeries are not uncommon with workplace injuries.  
- [What is a Rehabilitation Conference?](https://sadowworkerscomplaw.com/what-is-a-rehabilitation-conference/): We recently attended a Rehabilitation Conference with a client at the State Board of Workers’ Compensation. 
- [Workers’ Compensation Maximum Increases](https://sadowworkerscomplaw.com/workers-compensation-maximum-increases/): Effective July 1, 2022, workers' compensation maximum payouts will increase. The maximum weekly compensation rate for temporary total disability benefits (TTD) will increase from $675.00 per week to $725.00 per week for injuries on or after July 1, 2022.  The maximum rate for temporary partial disability benefits (TPD) will increase from $450 per week to $483.00 per week for injuries on or after July 1, 2022.  This increase in the maximum rates will help the high-wage earners when they are injured on the job. Although, many of our clients will still have a substantial wage loss from their pre-injury earnings if they are forced to be out of work due to their injuries.
- [10 Strengths of Experienced Negotiators](https://sadowworkerscomplaw.com/10-strengths-of-experienced-negotiators/): Is your worker's compensation attorney an experienced negotiator?  Expert negotiation skills make a huge difference in the outcome of your mediation. When you are deciding who to represent you in your workers' compensation claim, be sure the attorney has most, if not all, of these signs of a top negotiator. With more than 30 years of experience, the attorneys at Sadow & Froy can negotiate with the best - and win! 
- [Sadow Recognized as AVVO Top-Rated Lawyer](https://sadowworkerscomplaw.com/sadow-recognized-as-avvo-top-rated-lawyer/): Congratulations, Susan, for a well-deserved recognition as an AVVO top-rated lawyer!
- [The Role of Caregiver After Catastrophic Injury ](https://sadowworkerscomplaw.com/the-role-of-caregiver-after-catastrophic-injury/): When someone suffers a catastrophic work-related injury, finding the right caregiver is a very important part of the recovery process.  Caregiving can be provided by agency staff or by family members if an RN or LPN is not required.  While almost all seriously injured workers prefer to have family members care for them, it is so important that the caregiver does not become exhausted in the process. Family caregiving is lonely. It’s emotionally difficult. But it can also be quite taxing on the body. Fatigue, illness, and falls may increase. 
- [6 Tips to Avoid Ladder Injuries](https://sadowworkerscomplaw.com/6-tips-to-avoid-ladder-injuries/): We often see serious work-related injuries when our clients have fallen from ladders.  Many ladder injuries can be prevented if proper safety techniques are followed. 
- [6 Common Nursing Injuries](https://sadowworkerscomplaw.com/6-common-nursing-injuries/): Nursing is definitely a fulfilling and rewarding occupation.  Nurses choose their jobs because they want to do meaningful work and help people.  However, nurses face many workplace hazards, which can result in serious injuries.  The most common injuries that nurses encounter on the job fall into six categories.
- [Tips to Reduce Overexertion Injuries](https://sadowworkerscomplaw.com/tips-to-reduce-overexertion-injuries/): Overexertion injuries can range from being a nuisance to causing long-term debilitating injuries. It's important to seek treatment as soon as you feel something is wrong. The range of symptoms include:
- [Avoid Being Accused of Malingering](https://sadowworkerscomplaw.com/avoid-being-accused-of-malingering/): malingering \ mə-​ˈliŋ-​g(ə-​)riŋ
- [Fatigue and On the Job Safety](https://sadowworkerscomplaw.com/fatigue-and-on-the-job-safety/): Fatigue is the cause of many serious on-the-job accidents.  Many people fail to recognize how important it is to get enough sleep on a regular basis.  Not appreciating the effects of fatigue and how they can negatively impact all areas of your life is a serious cause of concern. Sleep is critical to your overall health, and it is also critical to maintaining your safety in the workplace. It is well documented that job performance decreases as employees become tired. 
- [Find the Right Catastrophic Injury Lawyer](https://sadowworkerscomplaw.com/find-the-right-catastrophic-injury-lawyer/): Finding the right lawyer for your catastrophic injury workers' compensation case is potentially the most important decision you'll make for your future.
- [Hope for Paralysis Treatment](https://sadowworkerscomplaw.com/hope-for-paralysis-treatment/): Paralysis is one of the most traumatic workers’ compensation injuries we see. Paralysis impacts every aspect of a person’s life, as well as the lives of their loved ones.
- [Third-Party Negligence Cases](https://sadowworkerscomplaw.com/third-party-negligence-cases/): When an injured worker’s accident is due to third-party negligence, the injured worker has the right to file a civil lawsuit against the at-fault third party.  At Sadow & Froy, we work to connect our clients with the best personal injury attorney if we find that there may be potential third-party negligence so that our clients can seek all avenues for potential recovery. 
- [Workers’ Compensation Award Presented to Sadow & Froy – Again!](https://sadowworkerscomplaw.com/workers-compensation-award-presented-to-sadow-froy-again/): Sadow & Froy has again received a prestigious workers' compensation award from U.S. News & World Report. The firm is recognized as a leader in workers' compensation law - claimants as a tier 1 (metro area) provider.
- [Work-Related Concussion Injury](https://sadowworkerscomplaw.com/work-related-concussion-injury/): Concussions result from a jolt, bump, or blow to the head and are a type of traumatic brain injury (TBI). They also can occur from any kind of hit to the body that causes the brain to move back and forth rapidly.  Concussions can be mild to severe. However, in all cases especially if it is a work-related concussion injury, it is essential to receive medical treatment as soon as possible to avoid long-term complications.
- [Susan Sadow: Featured Panelist on Professionalism at Workers’ Compensation Seminars](https://sadowworkerscomplaw.com/susan-sadow-to-discuss-professionalism-at-workers-compensation-seminars/): Susan Sadow, founding attorney with Sadow & Froy, is a featured panelist at two upcoming Georgia Workers' Compensation seminars. She will be speaking with several panelists on the importance of professionalism in workers' compensation cases.
- [5 Keys to a Successful Mediation](https://sadowworkerscomplaw.com/5-keys-to-a-successful-mediation/): "Throughout my career, I have successfully mediated hundreds of cases.  I enjoy settlement mediations because they give my clients a day where the entire focus of the parties is on the resolution of their case. "
- [Crane Injuries: 5 Things You Need to Know](https://sadowworkerscomplaw.com/5-things-you-need-to-know-about-crane-injuries/): Crane injuries can lead to substantial medical bills and considerable time out of work. The cost of the initial medical treatment, as well as the necessary follow-up care, can add up quickly. At Sadow & Froy, we have handled many serious crane accident workers’ compensation cases.  Each case requires a skilled and detailed analysis of the facts by our experienced workers’ compensation attorneys.  We know how to get you the highest quality medical care (with all of your medical bills paid), the income benefits that you are entitled to, and a top settlement for your case.
- [Drug Use is Cause for Workers’ Compensation Denial](https://sadowworkerscomplaw.com/drug-use-is-cause-for-workers-compensation-denial/): A recent story from WSB in Atlanta shares that Amazon is no longer requiring a marijuana drug test as a condition of employment. Don’t let your employer fool you! If you are injured on the job, drug use is cause for workers' compensation denial.
- [Female Attorneys Grow in Number on Best Lawyers List](https://sadowworkerscomplaw.com/female-attorneys-grow-in-number-on-best-lawyers-list/): For the 2021 "Women in the Law" Business Edition, Best Lawyers features all recognized female attorneys in the U.S. Susan Sadow, founding principal of Sadow & Froy, is one of the recognized female attorneys.
- [Amazon Workers Suffer More On-the-Job Injuries](https://sadowworkerscomplaw.com/amazon-workers-suffer-more-on-the-job-injuries/): A Washington Post analysis of Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) data shows Amazon workers are nearly twice as likely to suffer serious injuries as compared to those at warehouses run by other companies.
- [Prosthetics after Work-Related Amputation](https://sadowworkerscomplaw.com/prosthetics-after-work-related-amputations/): Amputation injuries suffered on the job are traumatic, life-changing experiences.  They affect the injured worker and the entire family.  Work-related amputations involve surgery, hospitalization, medications, home healthcare, numerous medical providers, and prosthetics. 
- [Heather Froy Receives AVVO Client Choice Award](https://sadowworkerscomplaw.com/heather-froy-receives-avvo-client-choice-award/): Heather Froy, a lead attorney with the Atlanta-based worker's compensation law firm Sadow & Froy, recently received the 2021 AVVO Client Choice award.
- [Tree Removal: a Leading Cause of On-The-Job Injuries](https://sadowworkerscomplaw.com/tree-removal-a-leading-industry-for-on-the-job-injuries/): Spring storms in Georgia often mean downed trees and power lines.  We depend on professionals to take care of these problems, both before and after they fall.  According to the US Bureau of Labor Statistics, there are 200 fatal injuries and thousands of injuries from tree removal on average every year in the United States. These statistics make tree removal one of the leading industries for on-the-job injuries.
- [4 Benefits of a Workers’ Compensation Settlement](https://sadowworkerscomplaw.com/benefits-of-a-workers-compensation-settlement/): When I started practicing workers' compensation law, one my firm's senior partners gave me some sage advice. He said that the best workers' compensation case is a settled case. In many instances, this is indeed true. What are the benefits of a workers' compensation settlement?
- [Sadow & Froy named to Best Law Firms List](https://sadowworkerscomplaw.com/sadow-froy-named-to-best-law-firms-list/): Sadow & Froy, led by Susan Sadow and Heather Froy, received the 2021 U.S. News & World Report award for Best Law Firms.
- [Do You Have Health Insurance?](https://sadowworkerscomplaw.com/do-you-have-health-insurance/): In a time when healthcare is so vital, the Biden administration has extended the open enrollment period for the Affordable Care Act (commonly referred to as Obamacare). The deadline is now May 15th. Health insurance is important not only during and post worker’s compensation settlement but also for everyday quality of life. Unfortunately, many clients do not have personal health insurance, either because they lost their job during the workers' compensation case or because of financial difficulties.  Every injured worker must ensure that he or she has the best possible coverage. Having coverage means that an injured worker can begin – or continue – the process of getting well in the most affordable way available to them.
- [Traumatic Brain Injury and Early Medical Care Intervention](https://sadowworkerscomplaw.com/traumatic-brain-injury-and-early-care-intervention/): At Sadow & Froy, we handle more and more trauma cases each year.  Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) is one of the leading types of cases we see. A key indicator for recovery in these cases is early medical care intervention.
- [Susan Sadow Named 2021 Georgia Super Lawyer](https://sadowworkerscomplaw.com/susan-sadow-named-2021-georgia-super-lawyer/): Susan J. Sadow has once again been named a Georgia Super Lawyer in the area of Workers’ Compensation. This is the 17th year Susan has received this designation.
- [How Are Wages Calculated for Workers’ Compensation?](https://sadowworkerscomplaw.com/how-are-wages-calculated-for-workers-compensation/): In Georgia, workers' compensation wages are calculated based on state law. In simplest terms, your benefit payment will be the average of your weekly salary over a 13-week period. The law clearly states how the weekly benefit rate is calculated. 
- [8 Mistakes that Lead to Denial of Workers’ Compensation Claims and How to Avoid Them](https://sadowworkerscomplaw.com/8-mistakes-that-lead-to-denial-of-workers-compensation-claims-and-how-to-avoid-them/): There is nothing more disheartening than getting injured on the job and not receiving workers' compensation benefits for your care. When denials of claims happen, it is often due to one of these common workers' compensation mistakes. You can avoid these mistakes with a little bit of knowledge.
- [Top Tips to Choosing the Right Workers’ Compensation Attorney](https://sadowworkerscomplaw.com/top-tips-to-choosing-the-right-workers-compensation-attorney/): The most important decision you will make during your workers’ compensation claim is choosing the right attorney! You want an attorney that not only knows the law and has experience handling workers’ compensation claims, but also one that communicates with you and keeps you informed on all aspects of your case.
- [10 Keys to a Successful Workers’ Compensation Case](https://sadowworkerscomplaw.com/10-keys-to-a-successful-workers-compensation-case/): If you are injured on the job, it is important to immediately report your accident and take the proper next steps to ensure you get any workers' compensation settlement due to you.
- [Pain Management in Workers’ Compensation Cases](https://sadowworkerscomplaw.com/pain-management-in-workers-compensation-cases/): We have many clients who are referred to pain management physicians after they undergo surgeries. Pain management doctors diagnose and treat individuals who are suffering from chronic pain. The goal of a pain management physician is to reduce your pain and at the same time increase your functionality and your quality of life. Pain management treatment should be offered on a very individualized basis because every person’s pain is unique. Treatment options typically include medications, blocks and injections often in conjunction with physical therapy and psychological counseling. A good pain management physician will coordinate his or her treatment plan with your surgeon. (Click here for a nice summary of pain management from WebMD.)
- [Permanent Impairment Ratings in Georgia Workers’ Compensation Cases](https://sadowworkerscomplaw.com/permanent-impairment-ratings-in-georgia-workers-compensation-cases/): Permanent impairment ratings, also referred to as PPD ratings, are assigned by an injured worker's treating physician when he or she has reached maximum medical improvement (MMI). The ratings are based upon the 5th Edition of the American Medical Association's Guides to the Evaluation of Permanent Impairment.
- [A Positive Drug Test Can Impact Your Workers’ Compensation Claim](https://sadowworkerscomplaw.com/a-positive-drug-test-can-impact-your-workers-compensation-claim/): Positive drug tests, if properly conducted within the Georgia Workers’ Compensation Act’s statutory guidelines, are often a tool used by employers and insurers to deny otherwise legitimate workers’ compensation claims.
- [Workers’ Compensation Claims in a Virtual World](https://sadowworkerscomplaw.com/virtual-work-post/): During the pandemic, we continue to advocate for our clients with motions and conference calls with Administrative Law Judges. This ensures that our clients’ rights are protected.
- [5 Things Workers’ Compensation Insurers Consider Before Approving Knee Replacement Surgery](https://sadowworkerscomplaw.com/5-things-workers-compensation-insurers-consider-before-approving-knee-replacement-surgery/): In almost all knee replacement surgery cases, the injured worker will want to schedule an Independent Medical Evaluation with a specialist who will support his or her position that the work-related accident aggravated or accelerated the underlying knee condition.
- [Susan J. Sadow Honored by National College of Worker’s Compensation Lawyers](https://sadowworkerscomplaw.com/susan-sadow-honored-by-national-college-of-workers-compensation-lawyers/): “The College of Workers’ Compensation Lawyers has been established to honor those attorneys who have distinguished themselves in their practice in the field of workers’ compensation. Members are nominated for the outstanding traits they have developed in their practice of twenty years, or longer… These individuals have convinced their peers, the bar, bench and public that they possess the highest professional qualifications and ethical standards, character, integrity, professional expertise and leadership... They must have shown significant evidence of scholarship, teaching, lecturing, and or distinguished published writings on Workers’ Compensation or related fields of law...”
- [Georgia Super Lawyer](https://sadowworkerscomplaw.com/georgia-super-lawyer/): Susan J. Sadow is honored to have been selected as a 2020 Georgia Super Lawyer in the area of Workers’ Compensation. This is her 15th consecutive year to receive this distinction.
- [10 Steps to Success in Your Workers’ Compensation Case](https://sadowworkerscomplaw.com/10-steps-to-success-in-your-workers-compensation-case/): Don’t listen to the advice of friends, neighbors and relatives who have had work related injuries. Every case is different and the workers’ compensation laws in every state are different.
- [US News & World Report Award](https://sadowworkerscomplaw.com/us-world-news-report/): Susan J. Sadow, P.C. is honored to be named to US News & World Report's "Best Law Firms" in 2020. You can find more information about this honor below.
- [Workers’ Compensation Benefits](https://sadowworkerscomplaw.com/workers-compensation-benefits/): As someone suffering from a work-related injury, you need to know the benefits you are entitled to receive under Georgia workers' compensation law. A qualified lawyer will guide you through the complex process of filing your claim and selecting the right physicians for treatment of your injuries.
- [Workers’ Comp Do’s and Don’ts](https://sadowworkerscomplaw.com/workers-comp-dos-and-donts/): Top Ten do's and don'ts every injured worker should know when it comes to workers' compensation.
- [Life After Your Workers’ Compensation Claim](https://sadowworkerscomplaw.com/life-after-your-workers-compensation-claim/): The harsh reality for our clients that they may never be able to return to their prior career can be difficult and lead to a sense of hopelessness. At Sadow & Froy, we do our best to keep our clients’ focus in a positive direction because there is life after your workers’ compensation claim!
- [Injuries and Returning to Work](https://sadowworkerscomplaw.com/injuries-and-returning-to-work/): Our firm not only addresses the healthcare-related issues specific to certain workplace injuries, but our knowledge, resources, and experience can help you determine if you can or should go back to your pre-injury job.
- [Medical Treatment Concerns](https://sadowworkerscomplaw.com/medical-treatment-concerns/): We know which medical specialists to send you to. It is our job to direct you to highly qualified doctors who care about your welfare and not about the best interests of the insurance company.
- [Repeat Surgeries in Workers’ Compensation Cases](https://sadowworkerscomplaw.com/repeat-surgeries-in-workers-compensation-cases/): Repeat surgeries take a toll on injured workers and their families. They also increase claims costs for employers, insurers and self-insurers. Unfortunately, the number of repeat surgical procedures that we encounter seems to be on the rise.
- [Construction Workers Are the Most Likely to Misuse Prescription Opioids](https://sadowworkerscomplaw.com/construction-workers-are-the-most-likely-to-misuse-prescription-opioids/): The lawyers at Sadow & Froy have decades of experience handling construction injury cases. We have seen firsthand the impact that opioid addiction can have on construction workers and clients who are severely injured working in other industries.
- [Victory for Heather Froy!](https://sadowworkerscomplaw.com/victory-for-heather-froy/): Mr. Smith was awarded all of his past due income benefits plus penalties as well as medical care for both his left foot and low back. Ms. Froy prevailed on all aspects of this case and her client received the medical treatment and weekly benefits that he so justly deserved!
- [Airline Workers: Injury Hazards on the Ground and in the Air](https://sadowworkerscomplaw.com/airline-workers-injury-hazards-on-the-ground-and-in-the-air/): We have successfully represented and negotiated excellent settlements for many airline workers who have suffered serious, life changing, work related injuries. If you, a friend, or a family member has experienced a job related injury in the airline industry, we can help.
- [Georgia Workers With Pre-Existing Injuries Can Still Recover Workers’ Compensation Benefits](https://sadowworkerscomplaw.com/georgia-workers-with-pre-existing-injuries-can-still-recover-workers-compensation-benefits/): A prior history should not affect your ability to receive income benefits and medical treatment for a new injury if your job duties or an accident at work has aggravated your pre-existing injuries.
- [Rising Profits, Rising Injuries: The Safety Crisis at Koch Industries’ Georgia-Pacific](https://sadowworkerscomplaw.com/rising-profits-rising-injuries-the-safety-crisis-at-koch-industries-georgia-pacific/): Workplace injuries and illnesses clearly increase when employers motivated by profit push employees to work longer shifts and do more work with less support and less training.
- [Best Lawyers 2020](https://sadowworkerscomplaw.com/best-lawyers-2020/): We are proud to announce that Susan J. Sadow has been included in the 2020 edition of The Best Lawyers in America in the area of Workers’ Compensation Law - Claimants. This is the 16th consecutive year that Ms. Sadow has been selected to receive this distinction.
- [Georgia Work Injuries Increase During The Summer Months](https://sadowworkerscomplaw.com/georgia-work-injuries-increase-during-the-summer-months/): Most Georgia workers who are injured during the summer, or at any time of year, are eligible for workers’ compensation. Part-time workers, including seasonal and temporary workers, are entitled to receive workers’ compensation benefits just like full-time employees.
- [Studies Show Lack of Sleep Dramatically Impacts Job Safety and Increases the Risk of Work Related Injuries](https://sadowworkerscomplaw.com/studies-show-lack-of-sleep-dramatically-impacts-job-safety-and-increases-the-risk-of-work-related-injuries/): A study by the Liberty Mutual Research Institute for Safety, published in the American Journal of Industrial Medicine in 2006, found that compared with morning shifts, workers with afternoon shifts had a 15.2% increased risk of injury, while those on night shifts had a 27.9% greater risk.
- [Spinal Cord Stimulators: Not the Perfect Solution for All Injured Workers](https://sadowworkerscomplaw.com/spinal-cord-stimulators-not-the-perfect-solution-for-all-injured-workers/): Although they are often touted as a panacea, it is important to keep in mind that the success of spinal cord stimulators varies. Recent studies have noted that the incidence of complications from spinal cord stimulators varies from 30% to 40% of patients.
- [Ladder Injuries: Preventable, But All Too Common](https://sadowworkerscomplaw.com/ladder-injuries-preventable-but-all-too-common/): Approximately half of all ladder related accidents are due to workers carrying items as they climb. The most common type of injuries that results from a ladder related fall are fractures.
- [Treatment Options for Injured Workers with Chronic Pain](https://sadowworkerscomplaw.com/treatment-options-for-injured-workers-with-chronic-pain/): We have represented hundreds of workers in Georgia who have suffered or continue to suffer from chronic pain after on-the-job accidents. Chronic pain can develop after failed orthopedic surgeries, after crush injuries and when injured workers have been diagnosed with Complex Regional Pain Syndrome “CRPS”.

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- [Holly Portier](https://sadowworkerscomplaw.com/holly-portier/): If you would like to schedule an initial free consultation with our attorneys, please call us at 770-984-8900 or contact us by e-mail. We look forward to helping you!\n\nAt the Law Firm of Sadow & Froy, we have been representing injured workers in Georgia with serious or catastrophic injuries for over 33 Years. Our aggressive and dedicated approach to representing our clients has distinguished us amongst the best Atlanta workers' compensation lawyers, year after year.\n\nWorkers' Compensation Do's & Dont's\n\nWorkers' Compensation Do's & Dont's\n\n
- [Forklift Injuries and Tips for Prevention](https://sadowworkerscomplaw.com/forklift-injuries-and-tips-for-prevention/): Forklifts are essential equipment in many industries, but they can pose significant risks if not operated and managed safely. Forklift injuries can result from a variety of factors, including operator errors, mechanical failures, inadequate training, and poor workplace practices. Here are some common types of forklift injuries and ways to prevent them:
- [Firefighters and Workers’ Compensation Injuries](https://sadowworkerscomplaw.com/firefighters-and-workers-compensation-injuries/): Firefighters are regularly at risk for injuries due the nature of their work activities.  Most firefighters who suffer work related injuries are males between the ages of 25 and 54, with the highest number of claims occurring in the 35-44 age group bracket.
- [Burn Injuries](https://sadowworkerscomplaw.com/burn-injuries/): Remember these are only initial steps and prompt medical treatment of severe burns is absolutely necessary. We have vast experience handling complex burn cases. If you or a loved one has suffered a work related burn injury, give us a call at 770-984-8900 for a free consultation about your rights in Georgia. 
- [Airline Worker Injuries](https://sadowworkerscomplaw.com/airline-worker-injuries/): We all know that flying today, especially out of Hartsfield-Jackson, the busiest airport in the country, can be an extremely frustrating experience. With delays, cancelled flights, extra baggage charges and a perpetually understaffed TSA, traveling from one place to another can be challenging at best.
- [Failed Back Surgery](https://sadowworkerscomplaw.com/failed-back-surgery/): We recently attended a seminar where pain specialist, Dr. Randy Rizor, gave an informative talk on failed back surgery cases.  Dr. Rizor spoke on the causes of back surgery as well as the need for post-operative treatment. In the area of workers’ compensation, spine surgery cases are the most expensive.  There are about 1,000,000 spine surgeries performed each year. About 1/5 of those surgeries are spinal fusions. The frequency of spinal fusions has increased by 60% between 2004 and 2015.  The average cost of a spinal fusion is $50,000 with a success rate of only 40%.  The costs are staggering based upon the actual success rate of the procedures. 
- [Settlements](https://sadowworkerscomplaw.com/settlements/): When it comes to hiring a lawyer to help you with your work-related injury, two of the most important factors to consider are experience and results. We pride ourselves on negotiating outstanding settlements for clients who have workers’ compensation claims in metro Atlanta and throughout the State of Georgia. Contact our office to arrange for your free consultation today.
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- [Electrical Injury or Electrocution while on the Job](https://sadowworkerscomplaw.com/electrical-injuries-and-electrocution/): Electrical injures and electrocution occur when an electrical current comes in direct contact with the body. These injuries can result in severe skin burns as well as damage to internal organs and other soft tissues which can lead to cardiac arrhythmia and respiratory arrest. At Sadow & Froy, we understand the catastrophic impact that electrical injuries or electrocution can have on injured workers and their families.
- [Burn Injuries Suffered On-the-Job](https://sadowworkerscomplaw.com/burn-injuries-suffered-on-the-job/): Burn injuries suffered on-the-job often occur in a split instance and are completely unexpected. Consequently, the injuries suffered can be catastrophic. A burn is an injury to the skin or other organic tissue primarily caused by heat, or friction. Skin injuries due to ultraviolet radiation, radioactivity, electricity or chemicals, as well as respiratory damage resulting from smoke inhalation, are also considered to be burns.
- [Concerns](https://sadowworkerscomplaw.com/concerns/): When you are injured on the job, top quality medical care is essential for the best possible recovery. We know which medical specialists to send you to. It is our job to direct you to highly qualified doctors who care about your welfare and not about the best interests of the insurance company.
- [Workers’ Compensation Benefits](https://sadowworkerscomplaw.com/benefits/): As someone suffering from a work-related injury, you need to know the benefits you are entitled to receive under Georgia workers' compensation law. A qualified lawyer will guide you through the complex process of filing your claim and selecting the right physicians for treatment of your injuries.
- [US News World Report](https://sadowworkerscomplaw.com/us-news-world-report/): Sadow & Froy is honored to be named to US News and World Report's "Best Law Firms" in 2020. You can find more information about this honor below.
- [Disclaimer](https://sadowworkerscomplaw.com/disclaimer/): The information you obtain at this site is not, nor is it intended to be, legal advice. You should consult an attorney for advice regarding your individual situation. We invite you to contact us and welcome your calls, letters and electronic mail. Contacting us does not create an attorney-client relationship. Please do not send any confidential information to us until such time as an attorney-client relationship has been established.
- [Directions](https://sadowworkerscomplaw.com/directions/): Ms. Sadow's and Ms. Froy's office is easily accessible because it is located at the intersection of I-75 and I-285 in the Cobb-Galleria Center complex.
- [Super Lawyers](https://sadowworkerscomplaw.com/super-lawyers-2/): Every year, Atlanta magazine’s March issue is devoted to Georgia Super Lawyers. Super Lawyers is published in all 50 states. Susan J. Sadow is honored to be named a Georgia Super Lawyer in the March 2020 issue. She is one of only 5% of all lawyers in the State of Georgia to receive this award. Ms. Sadow was also selected as one of the Top 50 Women Georgia Super Lawyers 2011 - 2020.
- [Seminars and Publications](https://sadowworkerscomplaw.com/seminars-and-publications/): 1998 Speaker and author of the article“Legislative/New Case Law Update”
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To understand your rights...Shoulder InjuriesIf your shoulder has been injured at work, you are in pain, and you are unsure of your rights for seeking workers’ compensation benefits, turn to an experienced lawyer at the office of Sadow & Froy....Hip InjuriesHip injuries often involve surgical repair. They limit your mobility and require extensive rehabilitation and physical therapy. Even after the healing process has been completed, clients with hip injuries have...
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- [Client Reviews](https://sadowworkerscomplaw.com/testimonials/): A Genuine Testimonial for SADOW & FROYI don't often share my thoughts publicly, but the exceptional service I received from SADOW & FROY compels me to speak out. As a 62-year-old Southern Gentleman and retired firefighter, I've faced my share of challenges, but none quite like navigating the legal complexities after a workplace injury.From the start, SADOW & FROY stood out for their:• Knowledge• Respect• Honesty• Kindness• Advocacy for those who struggle to stand up for themselves• Professionalism• Open communicationWhat truly sets them apart is how they make you feel like a part of their team. Attorney Mrs. Heather Froy, along with her right-hand, Mrs. Ange Marrone, didn't just represent me—they supported me through personal hardships, including the loss of my mother and my own health issues.Their compassion and humanity shone through in every interaction, making me feel valued and understood. If you need a legal team that embodies integrity, empathy, and a true fighting spirit, look no further.Warm regards and God bless the entire team at SADOW & FROY.
- [Settlements 2020 version](https://sadowworkerscomplaw.com/settlements-2020/): When it comes to hiring a lawyer to help you with your work-related injury, two of the most important factors to consider are experience and results. We pride ourselves on negotiating outstanding settlements for clients who have workers’ compensation claims in metro Atlanta and throughout the State of Georgia. Contact our office to arrange for your free consultation today.
- [Firm Overview](https://sadowworkerscomplaw.com/about/): GEORGIA WORKERS’ COMPENSATION LAW ATTORNEYS
The legal community is vast. You cannot look anywhere without seeing some type of ad featuring a lawyer. How do you know which attorney is the best one for you? Television, radio, and phone book advertising do not tell it all! The three most important factors you should consider are experience, results, and standing in the legal community. At the law firm of Sadow & Froy, we have been representing injured workers in Georgia with serious or catastrophic injuries for over 30 Years. The bottom line is - we care about your case! Contact our office to arrange for your free initial consultation.
Guiding our firm in providing top-notch workers’ compensation representation, attorneys Susan J. Sadow and Heather D. Froy are outstanding female workers’ compensation attorneys who are widely recognized in the legal community for their work. Ms. Sadow has been named a Georgia Super Lawyer in the 2006 through 2025 editions of Atlanta magazine. Only 5% of all Georgia lawyers receive this honor. Susan J. Sadow has also been selected as one of the Top 50 Women Georgia Super Lawyers. She is the only female workers' compensation attorney in Georgia to receive this distinction. She has also been listed in Best Lawyers of America for specialization in workers’ compensation law from 2014 through 2025.
Extremely active in the workers’ compensation community, Ms. Sadow served as Chairperson of the Workers’ Compensation Section of the Atlanta Bar Association. Before serving as Chairperson, she was Vice-Chairperson, Secretary-Treasurer, and a member of the Board of Directors of the Workers’ Compensation Section. In 1998, she was appointed to the Public Education Committee of the State Board of Workers' Compensation Chairman's Advisory Council. She served on that committee through 2013. Susan is a frequent lecturer, seminar chairperson, and author of articles on workers’ compensation for the Atlanta Bar Association, the ICLE Workers’ Compensation Law Institute, the Atlanta Claims Association, the State Board of Workers’ Compensation, and the Georgia Association of Self-Insurers. Both Ms. Sadow and Ms. Froy have been actively involved with Kids' Chance, Inc. Ms. Sadow considers herself privileged to have served for many years on the Board of Directors and Ms. Froy has organized fundraisers to provide scholarships to the children of catastrophically injured workers in Georgia. Kids’ Chance is a charitable organization that provides educational scholarships to the children of workers who have sustained catastrophic injuries or have been killed on the job.
We have a unique understanding and ability to address the needs of people who have been injured. Ms. Sadow and Ms. Froy know how to talk to adjusters and they command their respect. Our firm has had tremendous success negotiating settlements for clients with catastrophic injuries, including several settlements for amounts in excess of one million dollars. Visit our representative case settlements to see some of the settlements that we have negotiated for our clients in the past.
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Contact a workers’ compensation law attorney at the office of Sadow & Froy today. If you have been injured, do not let the insurance company take advantage of you. Let us be your advocate. We strive to ensure that you get proper medical treatment and receive your weekly benefit checks on time. To arrange for your free initial consultation, contact our office by phone at 770.984.8900.  \n\n
- [Amputation Injuries](https://sadowworkerscomplaw.com/amputation-injuries/): Traumatic amputation cases transform the lives of injured workers and their families in an instant. Workers of all ages suffer traumatic amputations but each person's experience is unique both medically and psychologically.
- [Knee & Leg Injuries](https://sadowworkerscomplaw.com/knee-leg-injuries/): Sustaining a knee or leg injury on the job is an immediate cause for concern. Falls and sudden twisting motions can frequently cause severe injuries to the knee. Knee injuries can be very painful and severely limit your mobility.
- [Complex Regional Pain Syndrome (CRPS)](https://sadowworkerscomplaw.com/reflex-sympathetic-dystrophy-complex-regional-pain-syndrome/): Complex Regional Pain Syndrome (CRPS), formerly referred to as Reflex Sympathetic Dystrophy (RSD), is a disorder that causes lasting pain, usually in an arm or leg, when the sympathetic nervous system gets mixed signals and turns on after an injury but fails to turn off. CRPS can occur after an amputation, burn, fracture or relatively minor surgery. The pain can spread to other parts of your body. Early diagnosis of CRPS and appropriate intervention by pain management physicians offer the best options for treatment and chronic pain control. We have considerable expertise handling CRPS cases and we pride ourselves on selecting the best medical providers to offer state of the art treatment to our clients.
- [Traumatic Brain Injuries (TBI)](https://sadowworkerscomplaw.com/traumatic-brain-injuries/): Traumatic Brain injuries occur when there is a disruption in the normal function of the brain that can be caused by a severe bump, blow, jolt to the head or penetrating head injuries. They are one of the major causes of death and disability in the United States. Traumatic brain injuries most often results from falls, motor vehicle accidents or incidents when someone is struck by or against an object. If you, a friend, or family member has suffered a work related traumatic brain injury, we have the knowledge and experience to help.
- [Crush Injuries](https://sadowworkerscomplaw.com/crush-injuries/): If you have been involved in an industrial accident that crushed or amputated any part of your body, we can help. We have worked with many clients who have suffered amputations when a part of their body was caught in an industrial machine.
- [Carpal Tunnel & Repetitive Use Injuries](https://sadowworkerscomplaw.com/carpal-tunnel-repetitive-use-injuries/): Carpal tunnel syndrome and cubital tunnel syndrome are two types of repetitive motion injuries that frequently occur in the workplace. If you have carpal tunnel or cubital tunnel syndrome as a result of your work-related duties, turn to our experienced and knowledgeable staff at the law office of Sadow & Froy.
- [Hand, Wrist Elbow & Arm Injuries](https://sadowworkerscomplaw.com/hand-wrist-elbow-arm-injuries/): If you have sustained an on-the-job injury to your upper extremity - whether it is your hand, wrist, elbow or arm - you may be entitled to receive workers’ compensation benefits. To understand your rights under the law, trust your hand, wrist, elbow or arm injury case to an attorney who can effectively explain the workers’ compensation law to you.
- [Shoulder Injuries](https://sadowworkerscomplaw.com/shoulder-injuries/): If your shoulder has been injured at work, you are in pain, and you are unsure of your rights for seeking workers’ compensation benefits, turn to an experienced lawyer at the office of Sadow & Froy.
- [Hip Injuries](https://sadowworkerscomplaw.com/hip-injuries/): Hip injuries often involve surgical repair. They limit your mobility and require extensive rehabilitation and physical therapy. Even after the healing process has been completed, clients with hip injuries have permanent disabilities.
- [Neck & Back Injuries](https://sadowworkerscomplaw.com/neck-back-injuries/): A key aspect for treatment of many neck and back injuries is pain management. Our firm is familiar with specialists who focus their attention on pain management and can help you understand your options.
- [Severe Spinal Cord Injuries](https://sadowworkerscomplaw.com/severe-spinal-cord-injuries/): During over 36 Years of practice, Attorney Sadow has assisted numerous spinal cord injury patients. Our firm uses a vast network of resources so that our clients receive care from highly trained medical and rehabilitation specialists.
- [Work-Related Fatalities](https://sadowworkerscomplaw.com/work-related-fatalities/): As with all workers' compensation (commonly known as "work comp") claims, specific requirements and deadlines must be met to receive survivor benefits in a work-related fatality case.
- [Catastrophic Injuries](https://sadowworkerscomplaw.com/catastrophic-injuries/): Attorneys Susan J. Sadow and Heather D. Froy have worked with countless clients who have suffered catastrophic injuries and they understand their unique challenges.
- [Contact Us](https://sadowworkerscomplaw.com/contact/): \n\nWe are here to help!770-984-8900\n\n

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# About Sadow & Froy Workers' Compensation Attorneys

## Overview
Sadow & Froy is a Georgia workers' compensation law firm with over 33 years of experience, exclusively handling catastrophic injury cases. Founded by Susan J. Sadow and Heather D. Froy, the firm has secured over $230 million in settlements, including fourteen multi-million-dollar settlements.

## Geographic Service Area
Primary: Atlanta metro area, Georgia statewide
Office Location: 400 Galleria Parkway SE, Suite 1500, Atlanta, GA 30339
Phone: 770-984-8900
Counties Served: All Georgia counties including Fulton, Cobb, Gwinnett, DeKalb, Clayton, Cherokee, Forsyth, and statewide coverage

## Core Practice Areas
EXCLUSIVE FOCUS: Georgia Workers' Compensation Law
- Catastrophic Injuries (spinal cord injuries, traumatic brain injuries)
- Paraplegia and Quadriplegia Cases
- Amputation Injuries
- Complex Regional Pain Syndrome (CRPS/RSD)
- Failed Back Surgery Syndrome
- Severe Burn Injuries
- Electrocution and Electrical Injuries
- Work-Related Fatalities and Death Benefits
- Permanent Total Disability Claims
- Traumatic Brain Injuries (TBI)

## Notable Settlements
- $2.95 million - Quadriplegia case
- $2.2 million - Traumatic brain injury
- $1.1 million - Failed back surgery
- Multiple settlements exceeding $1 million for catastrophic injuries

## Attorney Credentials
Susan J. Sadow:
- 2026 Best Lawyer in America (Workers' Compensation Law)
- Georgia Super Lawyer 2006-2025
- Top 50 Women Georgia Super Lawyers (2010-2014)
- Over 130 5-star Avvo reviews
- 33+ years experience

Heather D. Froy:
- 2025 Georgia Super Lawyer
- Best Lawyers in America recognition
- Avvo Clients' Choice Award recipient
- 33+ years combined experience with Susan Sadow

## Firm Recognition
- U.S. News & World Report Best Law Firms (2016-2026)
- Best Lawyers recognition
- College of Workers' Compensation Lawyers member
- Exclusive workers' compensation practice (no personal injury or other practice areas)

## What Makes Sadow & Froy Different
1. Female-led law firm with 33+ years experience
2. Exclusive focus on workers' compensation (not personal injury)
3. Specialization in catastrophic and high-value cases
4. Over $230 million recovered for clients
5. Personal attorney involvement (no case managers)
6. Experience with complex medical issues and life care planning
7. Track record of multi-million dollar settlements

## Common Client Questions
Q: Do I need a lawyer for workers' comp in Georgia?
A: While not required, an attorney significantly increases settlement values, especially for catastrophic injuries. Sadow & Froy specializes in complex cases that typically settle for substantially more with legal representation.

Q: How much does a workers' comp lawyer cost?
A: Sadow & Froy works on contingency - no upfront costs. Attorney fees are capped by Georgia law at 25% of settlements and are only paid if you win.

Q: What is considered a catastrophic injury?
A: Catastrophic injuries include spinal cord injuries (paraplegia/quadriplegia), traumatic brain injuries, amputations, severe burns, and conditions like CRPS that result in permanent disability and require lifetime care.

Q: How long do I have to file a workers' comp claim in Georgia?
A: You must report your injury to your employer within 30 days and file a claim within one year of the accident date.

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## Areas of Legal Expertise
- Workers' Compensation Law (Georgia Code Title 34, Chapter 9)
- Catastrophic injury litigation
- Medical malpractice in workers' comp context
- Vocational rehabilitation disputes
- Independent Medical Examination challenges
- Life care planning
- Medicare Set-Aside arrangements
- Social Security Disability coordination
- Third-party liability in work injuries
- Employer retaliation claims

## Target Client Profile
- Georgia residents injured at work
- Workers with catastrophic injuries requiring lifetime care
- Individuals facing claim denials or benefit terminations
- Workers receiving inadequate medical treatment
- Families of workers killed in workplace accidents
- Employees with permanent disabilities
- Workers with complex medical conditions (CRPS, failed surgeries, TBI)
- High-value cases requiring specialized legal expertise

Last Updated: December 2025