An injury on the job can take you out of the workplace for months. If your Georgia employer has three or more employees, they're obligated to provide workers' compensation. But figuring out how to get the benefits that have already come out of your paycheck can be confusing.
John Foy & Associates wants you to get the best deal possible, so we have put together an FAQ on workers' comp in Georgia.
Even though a worker isn't allowed to sue their employer for an on-the-job injury, you still might need legal help with your case. Your insurance company and your employer may try to reduce the number of benefits you receive to make their job easier. You need as many resources as possible to pay for medical treatment, though.
That's why you should consult a personal injury lawyer about your workers' compensation case.
Injured workers deserve an accident attorney who will help them get the best workers' comp deal possible. A John Foy & Associates lawyer will walk you through your report and work to make sure you aren't being taken advantage of. Read through some frequently asked questions about workers' compensation.
After that, call us at (404) 400-4000 for a free consultation.
When someone hires an employee in Georgia, part of their responsibility is to follow labor laws. One of these laws is workers’ compensation. An employer has liability if their employee gets injured while performing job duties. However, some workers are not considered employees but independent contractors. Rideshare operators are an example. This raises questions like …
If you suffer an injury while employed by CVS and cannot work due to those injuries, you can pursue a CVS workers’ compensation claims. However, navigating the claim process on your own against a large corporate entity like CVS can be an overwhelming challenge. This is where an experienced Atlanta workers’ compensation lawyer can provide …
For some injured workers, retirement arrives while recovering from an on-the-job accident. This complicates workers’ compensation claims, especially if pension payments or Social Security benefits start. Making improper decisions can jeopardize future compensation payments or result in overpayments that you have to pay back. You may need an Atlanta workers’ compensation lawyer to explain how …
Atlanta is known for its heavy traffic, and much of that traffic comes from commuters. Sometimes, our workers’ compensation lawyers in Atlanta are asked whether commute time is covered under workers’ compensation. The rule that covers this is Georgia’s “coming and going” rule for workers’ compensation. In general, injuries that happen to you on the …
For some people injured while working at Publix, seeking recovery can feel like an uphill battle. The large grocery chain has teams of professionals protecting its interests, while injured employees struggle alone. If you’ve been injured stocking shelves, unloading trucks, or performing other duties for Publix, an Atlanta workers’ compensation lawyer can help you. John …
If you have suffered an injury on the job while working in Georgia’s public transportation industry, knowing your rights and benefits under workers’ compensation is important. You can get paid money to cover your injuries and more. Whether you work for MARTA or a smaller regional public transit system, you have rights under Georgia law …
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Tendonitis is a common workplace injury that develops gradually from repetitive tasks. As an Atlanta workers’ compensation lawyer, John Foy and his team understand how challenging tendonitis can be to treat and recover from. If you’ve been diagnosed with tendonitis caused or exacerbated by your job duties, you may be eligible for benefits under Georgia’s …
All lawyers try to present themselves as competent to handle their client’s cases, but not every lawyer is up to the task. If you feel like your Atlanta workers’ compensation lawyer isn’t doing a good job, you may need to fire them and find another. However, there are lots of reasons a case may not …
Most workers in Georgia are covered by workers’ compensation through their employer. Workers’ comp pays for medical expenses and helps replace a portion of lost wages if the employee cannot return to work right away. Workers’ compensation cases can, like personal injury lawsuits, end with a settlement–and they often do. The amount of your settlement …
If you’re injured at work, you are likely eligible for workers’ compensation benefits through your employer. When your injuries are serious enough to prevent you from returning to your job for a certain period, you should be able to receive a certain percentage of your normal paycheck as compensation. You should know that no matter …
If you’re pursuing workers’ compensation benefits for a workplace injury, your employer’s insurance carrier may ask you to give a deposition. A deposition gives the insurer the information they need to determine how to respond to your claim. A skilled attorney from John Foy & Associates can prepare you for your deposition and fight for …
Have you ever wondered how workers’ compensation liens work and what they mean to your financial situation? Understanding the ins and outs of workers’ compensation can be complex, especially when it comes to liens that may be placed on the settlement or judgment you receive. It is important to have a clear understanding of this …
After undergoing a Functional Capacity Evaluation (FCE), you may be wondering what comes next. This comprehensive assessment is typically analyzed by an evaluator and applied to workers’ compensation cases, disability claims, or legal proceedings. However, the interpretation of FCE results can sometimes be complex, and disputes may arise. In such situations, seeking the guidance of …
If you’ve been injured in a workplace incident and are pursuing workers’ comp benefits, you probably have a lot of questions about your case. One question you might have is whether all workers’ compensation cases have a deposition. A deposition is essentially an opportunity for the insurance company to obtain information about the injured worker …
If you’ve filed a workers’ compensation claim due to an injury sustained on the job, you may be asked to participate in a deposition. A deposition is a formal, out-of-court proceeding where opposing parties can ask questions about the incident under oath in a legal matter. It allows them to gather more details about your …
When you need workers’ comp, it’s natural to have many questions about the benefits you can receive. One question that often arises is whether having surgery for your injury can increase your workers’ compensation settlement. There can be a relationship between having surgery and the amount of a workers’ compensation settlement. However, since every case …
If you’ve been injured while working for an airline, you might be wondering if there is workers’ compensation for airport employees in Georgia. The good news is that as long as your injury occurred while you were working, it’s highly likely that your employer’s workers’ comp coverage will cover your medical bills and other losses. …
If you’ve been hurt in an accident that occurred while you were working as a flight attendant, you could be dealing with significant medical expenses and several other challenges. The good news is that there is workers’ compensation for flight attendants in Georgia. That means you can pursue benefits to support your recovery. At John …
Have you been injured on the job and are currently going through the workers’ compensation settlement process? Perhaps you’ve wondered whether regularly attending physical therapy could help maximize the value of your claim. While many factors influence settlement amounts, your commitment to medical treatment is certainly taken into consideration. However, every case is different, and …
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