Getting hurt while you are employed does not automatically make an injury eligible for workers’ compensation benefits. Under Georgia law, the key issue is whether the injury arose out of and occurred in the course of employment. When there is uncertainty about whether...
When an employee dies because of a work-related injury or occupational hazard, eligible family members may receive Georgia workers’ compensation death benefits. However, being related to a deceased worker does not automatically qualify someone for payments....
A workplace injury does not always heal as expected. Even after your workers' compensation claim closes, your medical condition may worsen months or years later. If that happens, you may wonder whether you can reopen your claim and continue receiving benefits. The...
Most employees can rely on workers' compensation if they get hurt on the job. Regardless of the industry, the level of experience the worker has or the cause of a workplace incident, workers’ compensation can help cover their lost wages and pay for their medical...
Workers’ compensation claim benefits are designed to provide financial stability during a difficult time, allowing you to focus on your recovery instead of worrying about how to pay your bills. Unfortunately, not every claim is approved right away. Even when your...
When a workplace injury sidelines you from your job, workers’ compensation benefits can help ease the financial pressure while you focus on recovery. That said, keeping those benefits requires ongoing attention. Insurance carriers often continue to monitor claims long...
After a workplace injury, you have enough on your plate without worrying about where you might need to appear for a hearing. Yet the location of that hearing can affect your travel, your time and your peace of mind. Georgia uses a clear set of rules to decide where...
Workers’ compensation helps to protect employees who get hurt due to their jobs. Injured professionals are potentially eligible for medical benefits that pay for their treatment and disability benefits that replace some of their lost income. The treatment a worker...
Chemical exposure at work can happen in a single moment and lead to lasting health effects. These incidents often involve substances that are hard to detect but may still cause serious harm. If you suffered exposure after a coworker’s mistake, you may still have a...
If you develop anxiety, depression or post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) after an on-the-job event, you may wonder if workers’ compensation covers it. In Georgia, coverage depends on how the condition started and how the law defines a work injury. Understanding...