It only takes a second for some incident on the job to result in a significant work injury. Maybe a piece of equipment unexpectedly malfunctioned, injuring you and stopping production for the rest of the day. Perhaps you drive for work, like millions of other...
Atlanta Injury Law Blog
Have you suffered internal injuries following a car wreck?
When an accident happens, it is common for the vehicle’s occupants to conduct self-evaluations to determine whether they’ve sustained any injury. While injuries like cuts, bruises and broken bones may be easy to spot, others – like internal bleeding – are not always...
How can you prove that the driver who hit you was texting?
Most newer vehicles have technology that allows people to text, talk on the phone, send emails and more without taking their hands off the steering wheel. However, not all cars on the road do have it, and not everyone uses hands-free technology even when it’s...
What are the common signs of traumatic brain injury?
Traumatic brain injuries can have long-lasting ramifications, and it’s very important for people who get injured to get treatment as soon as possible. Often, prompt treatment can help make recovery go much smoother. If you know or suspect that you've suffered a brain...
What are the signs of repetitive stress injuries?
Repetitive stress injuries are those that occur because a particular part of your body has repeatedly been worn down. For example, if you perform the same movement with your shoulder every day, you could find that you soon develop a sore shoulder and, eventually, pain...
Can you claim Georgia workers’ compensation if you fail a drug test?
There is a lot of misinformation going around about Georgia workers' compensation. For example, you may have heard that your employer can automatically deny your workers' compensation benefits if you fail a drug test after an injury on the job. But the truth is that...
What are the most common delivery driver injuries in Georgia?
If you're a delivery driver, you know how important it is to be cautious on the job. Unfortunately, even the most careful drivers suffer work-related injuries. If you get injured on the job in Georgia, you need to know your options for getting all the workers'...
Foot and ankle injuries are eligible for Georgia workers’ comp
Foot and ankle injuries suffered at your job may not only ache — they can also disrupt your life in a major way. You might not be able to walk normally or drive for a while. You may have to stay out of work to recuperate. And you could have quite a bit of pain, too. ...
Hazards grocery store workers in Georgia face on a daily basis
People don't generally think of grocery stores as hazardous places, but they certainly can be for workers and shoppers. In fact, each year in Georgia, people get seriously injured in a wide variety of ways in grocery stores and other retail stores. If you work in a...
Work-related transportation accidents are common in Georgia
If you work any type of transportation job in Georgia, you know your job can be dangerous in multiple ways. In fact, the Bureau of Labor Statistics found that 40% of work-related fatalities involved driving, and nationwide there has been a slight increase in...