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Car accidents can result in a wide range of injuries, from minor scrapes to life-altering conditions. If you experience any type of injury in a car crash, it is important to get immediate medical treatment Knowing the types of injuries that occur most frequently can...
If you suffer a workplace injury and need workers' compensation benefits to help you get back on your feet financially, a denial of your claim can feel devastating. However, there are effective options for appealing the decision. Workers’ compensation exists to...
The workers' compensation system in Georgia provides benefits for job-related injuries, even in less physical jobs where employees might suffer from issues like carpal tunnel syndrome or back injuries. Many workers have pre-existing conditions when they get injured at...
People often associate workers' compensation with physical injuries such as broken bones or back pain. However, there is growing recognition that workplace environments or incidents can cause mental health conditions. The question arises: Does workers' compensation...
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,...