Monthly Archives: September 2020
Georgia Injured Workers’ Bill of Rights
Every worker in Georgia has a list of rights that protects you if you are injured on the job. In fact, Georgia law requires that the State Board of Workers’ Compensation publish a list of these injured workers’ rights, benefits, and obligations under state law. Unfortunately, many workers are unaware of their rights under… Read More »
Can I set my workers’ compensation weekly check for direct deposit?
It is a problem that has occurred for a countless number of our clients over the years: their weekly workers’ compensation check does not arrive on schedule. It is beyond frustrating, especially when rent is due, a car payment must be made, or you just need to buy groceries for your family. Sometimes the… Read More »
What are Board settlement mediations, and where do they occur?
In our experience, most workers’ compensation claims in Georgia are ultimately resolved through settlement. While neither party is ever required to settle a claim, usually both the injured worker and the employer/insurer find some benefit in settlement. The most obvious benefit to the injured worker is that settlement allows you to collect a larger… Read More »
Can I Get Georgia Workers’ Compensation Benefits if the Emergency Room Gave Me a Work Excuse?
Yes, if your trip to the emergency room was authorized by your employer and you are out-of-work for more than 7 days. Your employer’s workers’ compensation insurance company will pay you income benefits if you are out-of-work for more than 7 days and the out-of-work restrictions were provided by an authorized medical provider. If… Read More »
