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Monthly Archives: September 2026

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Decatur Workers’ Compensation Lawyer Explains What Happens If Your Employer Disputes Your Workplace Injury

By O’Connell Law Firm |

A workplace injury can create immediate stress for Decatur workers and their families. Unfortunately, the situation can become even more difficult when a Decatur employer disputes the injury or questions whether it is work-related. While many Decatur workers’ compensation claims proceed without significant disputes, the reality is that disagreements do arise in the Decatur… Read More »

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Decatur Scaffolding Accident Lawyer Explains the Serious Dangers of Scaffold Accidents on Construction Sites

By O’Connell Law Firm |

Scaffolding plays an essential role on many construction projects throughout Decatur, but it can also present significant risks to Decatur workers when safety procedures are not followed. Because scaffolds elevate Decatur workers above the ground, accidents involving falls, collapsing structures, or falling materials can result in devastating injuries. The Occupational Safety and Health Administration… Read More »

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Carpal Tunnel Syndrome: What Is It and When Should You Speak With a Decatur Carpal Tunnel Lawyer?

By O’Connell Law Firm |

Carpal tunnel syndrome is one of the most common repetitive stress injuries affecting Decatur workers. Decatur workers who spend their days typing, assembling products, operating machinery, stocking inventory, or using hand tools may develop symptoms over time that interfere with both their work and daily activities. According to the Cleveland Clinic, carpal tunnel syndrome… Read More »

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Do You Have to Prove Your Employer Was Negligent to Receive Workers’ Compensation in Decatur?

By O’Connell Law Firm |

Many Decatur workers assume they can only recover benefits after a workplace injury if they can prove their employer did something wrong. Fortunately, that is typically not how Georgia’s workers’ compensation system works. In most cases, workers’ compensation is designed to provide benefits to Decatur workers who are injured on the job without requiring… Read More »

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