Home » workers' compensation » Page 2 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. …
Home » workers' compensation » Page 2 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!
Home » workers' compensation » Page 2 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 …
Home » workers' compensation » Page 2 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 …
Home » workers' compensation » Page 2 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. In the past, doctors in Georgia, like in many other states, commonly prescribed opioids …
Home » workers' compensation » Page 2 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: At …
Home » workers' compensation » Page 2 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 …
Home » workers' compensation » Page 2 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. First of all, in order to receive either Short or Long Term Disability benefits, you need to find …
Home » workers' compensation » Page 2 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. In Georgia and many other states, workers’ compensation pays you some benefits when you have a permanent impairment due …
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.
