Pursuing Justice For The Injured And Disabled Since 1992
Workers' compensation is a critical aspect of employment that safeguards workers and their families in the event of work-related injuries or death. It is an accident insurance program funded by employers. Workers' compensation offers key benefits like medical care,...
Managed care organizations coordinate and manage healthcare services for injured workers. They help to create a streamlined and efficient approach to accessing necessary medical care. Georgia's workers' compensation system allows employers to choose to use an MCO over...
Workers' compensation is a safety net for employees who sustain injuries while on the job. Every state has a set of laws governing these types of injuries. In the state of Georgia, the question arises: are injuries resulting from haste or inattention covered by...
The Georgia State Board of Workers' Compensation reported in its 2023 Annual Report that medical-only claims for 2022 numbered 81,021. Each of these people had to navigate this complex system, including choosing a physician. Georgia Workers' Compensation Law provides...
The Occupational Health and Safety Administration (OSHA) regulates everything from chemicals in the workplace to equipment to the safety of employees. They have the difficult job of ensuring your workplace is safe and secure. To accomplish this, they conduct regular...
In a bid to change the landscape of workers' rights, Georgia recently introduced a new piece of legislation - House Bill 480. Signed into law by Governor Brian Kemp, this bill brings significant changes to the Workers' Compensation Benefits system in Georgia. HB 480,...
Car accidents can devastate you physically, emotionally and financially. Many people worry about the impact of a motor vehicle accident on their credit score. Fortunately, in most cases, a car accident alone will not directly impact your credit, but the indirect...
Qualified employees who suffer work-related injuries or illnesses receive workers' compensation benefits. These benefits serve as a vital source of income and repayment for individuals who cannot work due to their condition. If you receive workers' compensation, you...
Experiencing a workplace accident can be traumatic and life-changing, but the security of workers' compensation benefits can alleviate much of the fear and doubt you might feel if you sustain an injury. Car accidents can be particularly catastrophic, but it might not...
There is no easy answer to whether or not workers' compensation benefits are taxable. The simplest is that it depends on the type of benefits. Technically standard workers' compensation is not taxable on a federal or state level. What is workers' compensation?...