Atlanta drivers navigate highways daily, trusting others to comply with Georgia’s insurance laws. This trust is often unwarranted. A notable percentage of motorists on state roads drive without insurance or possess only the minimum required limits, frequently...
Atlanta Injury Law Blog
How to get workers’ comp in Atlanta after a failed a drug test
A variety of different issues could put workers at risk on the job. Aging safety equipment or a lack of proper training could put professionals at risk of on-the-job incidents. Intoxication while working is another common risk factor. Professionals working in...
Injured at work in Atlanta? Your first steps matter
Getting hurt on the job doesn’t just interrupt your day. It sets off a chain of deadlines, forms and rules no one explains, and if you miss a step, you could lose your shot at benefits before your claim even begins. In Georgia, protecting your pay and getting proper...
Why workers should not ignore on-the-job back injuries
There are many ways for people to hurt their backs on the job. Many people suffer overexertion injuries. They attempt to lift far more than they should or twist while lifting, causing immediate and significant functional limitations. Other people hurt their backs...
Common causes and treatments of on-the-job knee injuries
Knee injuries are among the most common workplace injuries that occur in the U.S. These concerns affect workers of every age, and they do so across various industries. Whether they are caused by repetitive strain, sudden trauma or unsafe working conditions, knee...
Why the workers’ comp statute of limitations matters
The workers’ compensation system in Georgia is designed to provide financial and medical support to employees who are injured on the job. However, these benefits are not automatically granted—injured workers must follow specific procedures to claim them. One of the...
When must Georgia employers invest in workers’ compensation coverage?
Every job comes with a degree of risk. Retail workers can end up hurt in an attempted robbery or injured when items fall off of shelves. Office workers can end up injured by electrical exposure or repetitive stress. When an incident occurs on the job or a worker gets...
Do seasonal or temporary workers qualify for workers’ comp?
Some workers in Georgia accept new jobs with the hope of developing those positions into their careers. They take an entry-level position and intend to stay with that company for years if not decades. Other times, people may only need a temporary dig to supplement...
How does age influence the risk of on-the-job injuries?
Discussions of on-the-job injuries often focus on a worker’s industry or of their specific profession. Job risks are substantially different for a nurse than they are for a teacher, for example. Someone's work environment does play a major role in their overall risk...
How a slip-and-fall could lead to serious injuries
When people discuss the types of incidents that lead to serious injuries, slip-and-falls often do not receive the respect that they should. People generally recognize that a fall from an elevation can cause serious injuries. Even a tumble down a flight of stairs or...