You suffered an injury at work and filed a workers’ compensation claim in Georgia, but you haven’t found out if your claim has been approved or denied.  And you’re wondering, “How do I check the status of a workers’ comp claim?”  A work injury typically results in missing workdays and…

If you’ve been injured on the job, you’re probably wondering, “Can I choose my workers’ comp doctor?” As much as I would like to tell you that you are free to make an appointment with your primary care doctor you already know and trust, or see whichever doctor you want,…

Suffered a brain injury on the job? Traumatic brain injuries (TBIs) on the job happen far too often and are far too costly. According to the CDC, “There were approximately 223,135 TBI-related hospitalizations in 2019 and 64,362 TBI-related deaths in 2020. This represents more than 611 TBI-related hospitalizations and 176…

You filed for workers’ comp. However, many people hesitate to admit they were injured on the job out of fear that they may be fired for workers’ comp claims.  This is a mistake for a few reasons. First, you are entitled to workers’ compensation benefits if you were injured on…

If you’ve suffered an injury on the job, you likely have many questions about Georgia workers’ compensation. It’s overwhelming enough being hurt, and now you have to figure out how you will pay for medical bills and cover your regular expenses when you are out of work. Fortunately, all businesses…

Uh-oh. You weren’t paying attention and got hurt at work. Now you’re wondering, “Can I receive workers’ comp benefits if I’m at fault?” Stop beating yourself up. These things happen! Maybe you thought you were strong enough to pick up a box marked as a “2-person lift.” Or you missed…

Work-related accidents happen every day and can be extremely costly, so it is a good thing Georgia workers’ comp benefits are in place. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, “Of the 78,100 private industry injury and illness cases reported in Georgia, 41,600 were of a more severe nature, involving…

Can I sue my employer? One of the most common misconceptions people have about work-related injuries is that you must sue your employer to get compensated for your injury on the job. This is entirely untrue, yet it comes up again and again. Here’s the thing: People have big ideas…

So, your doctor has given you a full duty release. Is this good news or bad news? It depends on several factors. What should be the biggest determining factor is the extent of your injury. Generally, if you have been injured at work, you will need some time off to…

If you’ve been injured on the job in Georgia, you may fear you’ll be fired for making a workers’ comp claim. It’s one of the reasons some injured employees hesitate to file a workers’ compensation claim. However, workers’ compensation is designed to help both the injured employee and the employer.…