Suffering a serious injury at work can be life-changing, especially when it requires surgery or results in permanent disability. In Georgia, injured workers are protected under the Workers’ Compensation Act, which provides important benefits and legal rights. However, understanding

Misinformation about workers’ compensation is widespread and can leave injured employees vulnerable, confused, and unaware of their rights. Whether it stems from workplace rumors, outdated advice, or simple misunderstandings, these myths often prevent workers from filing claims or accessing

As Workers’ Memorial Day approaches on April 28, we pause to honor the lives of those who have died due to workplace injuries and illnesses and to reaffirm our collective commitment to ensuring safer working conditions. Workers’ Memorial Day

Workers’ compensation exists to protect employees who suffer injuries on the job. However, many workers worry that if an accident was their fault, that they may not qualify for benefits. Fortunately, Georgia operates under a no-fault workers’ compensation system,

The COVID-19 vaccine is on the top of everyone’s mind nowadays. As the vaccine roll out in Georgia begins to gain momentum and an increasing number of individuals are eligible to receive the vaccination, the question now becomes how

There are many workers whose jobs are not able to be remotely done at home during this pandemic, and they continue to work in person. They are deemed essential workers, and that ranges from working in a hospital, to

Before the coronavirus pandemic broke out, injury-based claims vastly outnumbered the amount of disease-based claims. In the recent weeks, however, we have seen numbers adjust and reveal an entirely different story about which type of claims are being filed

An occupational exposure or on-the-job injury claim covers workers who are exposed to diseases or infections through activities related to their job duties. Oftentimes, this applies to workers who come in contact with dangerous substances or chemicals that can

Lately, you may be finding yourself with more time on your hands. Now is a great time to reconnect with your family, read that book you’ve been trying to get to, or even file a workers’ compensation claim for

A workplace injury can truly be life-altering. Not only does it impact you financially, it can also cause emotional and physical hardships.  Oftentimes, a work-related accident can result in the loss of the ability to work for an extended