Georgia’s construction workers face many on-the-job hazards. While falls, electrocutions and other types of serious injuries are all common among those in this line of work, many construction workers also face heightened chemical exposure risks. Some of the chemicals...
Year: 2023
5 common misconceptions about the workers’ compensation system
The workers' compensation system strives to protect employees who suffer work-related injuries. However, there are many misconceptions that surround this system. These misconceptions can sometimes prevent workers' from getting the benefits they deserve. By debunking...
Mistakes that could slow down your workers’ comp claim approval
If you suffer an injury at work, you probably depend on workers' compensation benefits to cover your medical bills and part of your lost wages. The claims process can be complex, and even minor mistakes can slow the approval of your claim in Georgia. Understanding the...
Could I file for workers’ comp after a job-related heat illness?
If you suffer from heatstroke or heat exhaustion while working in extreme temperatures, you could require immediate medical attention. Workers employed by Georgia companies may apply for workers’ compensation to recover from a heat-related illness or injury. Your...
Workplace injuries due to electrical accidents
Construction workers encounter an array of hazards in the workplace, from dangerous machinery to working on ladders and in high places. Many also work with electricity and find themselves surrounded by electrical hazards every day. It is pivotal for construction...
Understanding the Georgia workers’ compensation process
Being injured on the job can be daunting, especially when you are not familiar with the steps involved in receiving workers' compensation in Georgia. In Georgia, workers' compensation serves as a safety net, providing injured workers with necessary medical treatment...
What is a work-related car accident?
Even though today's cars, trucks and SUVs should be safer than ever, car accidents continue to injure too many Georgians. In fact, according to the Georgia Department of Public Health, car crashes are the second-leading cause of ER visits and hospitalizations in the...
Can you get fired in Georgia if you file a workers’ comp claim?
Workers' compensation provides crucial support for employees who suffer work-related injuries or illnesses. But many employees may wonder whether their decision to file a workers' compensation claim could lead to termination from their jobs. Such fears can be...
Frequent injuries among healthcare professionals
Healthcare professionals undertake vital roles in our society, ensuring public health and welfare. Despite the indispensable nature of their work, they face a wide array of risks and potential injuries in their professional settings. The nature of their jobs exposes...
Navigating a denied workers’ compensation claim in Georgia
Workers' compensation is a critical safeguard for those injured on the job. But when a claim gets denied, it can add an additional layer of stress and uncertainty to an already difficult situation. In Georgia, as in other states, there are steps you can take if your...