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...
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...
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...
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...
Navigating the aftermath of a workplace injury can be overwhelming, but understanding the workers' compensation process in Georgia is crucial for protecting your rights and ensuring you receive the benefits to which you are entitled. The key to a successful claim is...
Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) is important for a variety of reasons, especially in certain work environments and situations where individuals are regularly exposed to potential hazards. As a general term, PPE refers to equipment and/or clothing specifically worn...
We're used to hot summer days in Atlanta. But even the biggest heat lovers must admit that 2023 has been different. Georgia and the rest of the U.S. have experienced one of the hottest summers on record, with heat waves covering huge swathes of the country for weeks...
Hospitals present a wide array of safety risks. From potential exposure to infectious diseases to physical strain and emotional burnout, healthcare workers face unique challenges, particularly those with direct patient contact. Ensuring a safe environment for these...
When you are injured at work, you may sustain injuries and other damages. Thus, it's crucial to file a workers' compensation claim to be compensated. But what damages can you claim? The following are four damages that worker's compensation can cover. Medical expenses ...
When you suffer an injury at work, you should be careful about the moves you make. Mistakes can disadvantage you when filing a workers' compensation claim. The first move you should make after being injured is to report the case to your employer as soon as possible....