Citing that nearly 22 million American workers are exposed to hazardous noise on a daily basis and that occupational hearing loss continues to plague industry workers, the National Hearing Conservation Association (NHCA) requested a reduction of the permissible exposure limit (PEL) for noise exposures recognized by the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA). By adopting this [...]
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An increase in housing construction may lead to an increase in Workers’ Compensation claims
The Washington Post recently reported that housing construction posted a better-than-expected increase in January. This activity is the highest level in six months. This slump has been the worst in decades. However, this gain provides a glimmer of hope to the industry and a return to work for Georgia’s construction workers.
At the Ramos Law Firm, [...]
Pilgrim’s Pride Leaves Chapter 11 Bankruptcy
The chicken processing company, Pilgrim’s Pride Corporation, exited Chapter 11 bankruptcy in late December 2009. The company is a Texas based corporation that has many plants in Georgia. This company spent
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What does “normal”, “full”, or “regular” duty really mean in my GA Workers’ Compensation claim?
In the world of workers’ compensation, the terms “normal duty”, “full duy”, or “regular duty” work release has a significant effect on a work comp claim. Essentially, the normal duty release allows the employer to unilaterally suspend income benefits. In some cases, this regular duty release may give
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What can I expect from the medical treatment workers’ comp provides me?
When an employee is injured on the job, he or she is either rushed to the hospital in severe cases or instructed to treat with “Concentra” or “Urgent Care.” These places are industrial clinics that focus in minor occupational accidents. If the injury requires more specialized care
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Workers’ Compensation In the Latino or Hispanic Community
The Latino or Hispanic worker who is injured on the job may present unique issues not generally found in an ordinary Georgia workers’ compensation case.
For example, the Latino or Hispanic worker may not speak English. In these cases
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Georgia Workers’ Compensation Changes in 2009
Earlier this year we wrote about the proposed changes to the Georgia Workers’ Compensation Act. These changes have now taken effect.
Following are some of the changes:
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Required “Notice” under Rule 201(b)
If an Employer/Insurer has controverted a workers’ compensation claim and the claim is later found to compensable, Board Rule 201(b) provides that “the employee is authorized to select one of the physicians who has provided treatment for the work-related injury prior to the acceptance of compensability, and after notice has been given to the employer, [...]
How Will I Receive Medical Treatment if My Workers’ Comp Claim is Controverted?
When the Employer/Insurer “controverts” or determines a workers’ compensation claim is not compensable, the Employer/Insurer will not pay for the injured Employee’s medical treatment. Consequently, the injured Employee will be responsible for finding a physician to treat with and for payment of his or her medical bills. This determination does [...]
What Role Does Medical History Play in Workers’ Compensation Claims?
Most individuals enjoy a certain level of privacy regarding their medical history. Most employees are weary about sharing intimate details about their medical history with the employer/insurer; however, pursuant to O.C.G.A. 34-9-207, the employer/insurer may be entitled to this information.
In a Georgia workers’ compensation claim
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