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. 2. Let’s face it. You are not going to get the medical treatment that you need from a company clinic. …
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 …
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.
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 …
Workplace injuries are unfortunately common. Any time there is an injury, accountability should be demanded by individuals, the legal system, and the government. The worker should always receive benefits owed through workers’ compensation. However, when injuries occur because of repeated neglect of safety, not only should workers receive swift and fair compensation, but companies should implement changes. Workers’ Compensation advocates, …
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 …
Finding the right lawyer for your catastrophic injury workers’ compensation case is potentially the most important decision you’ll make for your future. Catastrophic work-related injuries include traumatic brain injuries (TBI), spinal cord injuries, amputations, and severe burns. The long-term consequences of a catastrophic injury will impact the rest of your life, as well as the lives of your family members. …
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, …
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. On-site Mistakes Waiting until Monday to report an accident that happened on …
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. Short and long …
