If you have been hurt on the job in Georgia, we recommend you report it to your supervisor as soon as possible. Even the most minor accidents may end up costing the injured worker time and medical expenses. Generally, your employer has paid for workers’ compensation insurance in the event that (more…)
Georgia’s injured workers
Georgia Workers’ Compensation Payments Made in 2010
Georgia’s State Board of Workers’ Compensation released a “capsule look” at the 2010 financial information relating to workers’ compensation income and “medical only” benefits paid in 2010. The report was based on (more…)
The business of work injuries
On the job injuries are becoming more common as injuries include claims for carpal tunnel syndrome, epicondylitis, shoulder rotator cuff tears, knee injuries, and herniated or ruptured spinal discs. If one of these injuries happened during the scope and course of your job, then workers’ compensation benefits may be given. These benefits include income benefits as well as medical treatment.
Nationally, approximately $183 billion dollars were spent on workers’ compensations claim in 2008 according to the National Safety Council. These costs included payment for medical bills as well as lost work days. In fact, it is estimated that 3.2 million claims were made in 2008.
As you can see, workers’ compensation is big business. In fact, many insurance companies have teams of lawyers and “adjusters” on their payroll just in case someone files a claim. These insurance companies have sophisticated systems designed to make it difficult for injured workers to receive benefits. If you have been injured at work, it is important to realize that the insurance company will not have your best in interest in mind. In fact, they have every reason to deny your case just to save a few dollars for their company stockholders.
Remember, they are in the business of denying your claim and benefits. If you have a work injury, don’t try to handle your claim alone. If you would like a free consultation about workers’ compensation, please contact Bryan Ramos at the Ramos Law Firm in Atlanta, Georgia, 404-355-3431.
Workers Injured During Georgia’s Ice Storm
During the first winter snow storm of 2011, the City of Atlanta and the surrounding counties were paralyzed by the resulting ice. While there were generally warnings to stay off the roads, many workers were required to return to work. According to the local news, many workers suffered “slip and fall” injuries (more…)
What happens at a Georgia workers’ compensation hearing?
One of the most common questions asked from claimants as we prepare for trial is what happens at the workers’ compensation hearing. We (more…)
CanI have a workers’ compensation case and a personal injury case at the same time?
In some cases, an injury may arise out of and in the course of employment but it was caused by a third party’s actions. In this particular situation, the injured worker will have a workers’ compensation case and potentially a personal injury matter. In most cases (more…)
I was hurt at my company picnic. Do I have a workers’ comp claim?
Under the Georgia Workers’ Compensation Act, accidental injuries occurring while the employee is participating in a company sponsored event is compensable if (more…)
Workers’ Compensation statistics
In 2008, The Bureau of Labor Statistics found that almost 3.7 million nonfatal injuries and illnesses occurred on the job throughout the United States.
In Georgia, the State Board of Workers’ Compensation cited that over 35,550 weekly (more…)
