Grain Dust Exposure & Workers’ Compensation: What You Need to Know
Stephen Hasner | Workers' Compensation | July 25, 2023
Individuals handling, processing, and storing various grains like corn, wheat, oats, and rice may suffer health issues due to their exposure to grain dust particles. Grain dust is a refined powder byproduct common in agriculture, […]
Georgia House Bill 480 Set to Raise Workers’ Compensation Benefits
Stephen Hasner | Workers' Compensation | July 8, 2023
As we navigate the ever-changing landscape of workers’ rights and compensation, there is some positive news on the horizon for Georgia’s workforce. In a significant stride towards bolstering workers’ welfare, the Georgia House Bill 480 […]
How Long Does It Take To Receive My Workers’ Comp Check in Atlanta?
Stephen Hasner | Workers' Compensation | May 5, 2023
If you are injured on the job in Atlanta, you might be entitled to workers’ compensation benefits. Workers’ comp benefits include medical treatment for your injuries at no cost to you. Your employer or its […]
How To Find the Right Workers’ Compensation Attorney for Your Case in Savannah
Stephen Hasner | Workers' Compensation | April 15, 2023
The workers’ compensation system handles most workplace injury claims that arise in Savannah. You have the legal right to hire a lawyer to represent you. Although any lawyer who is a member of the State […]
Catastrophic Injury Eligibility in Georgia Workers’ Compensation
Stephen Hasner | Workers' Compensation | March 30, 2023
If you’re injured at work and are protected by workers’ compensation insurance, you may qualify to receive compensation and benefits. Your benefits typically depend on the severity of your injuries. You may be entitled to […]
Workers’ Compensation Appeals Process in Atlanta
Stephen Hasner | Workers' Compensation | March 23, 2023
The Georgia workers’ compensation system is a no-fault accident insurance program for injured workers. Most employers are required to pay for workers’ comp insurance for their employees. An injured worker can receive benefits to help […]
Putting the Top 5 Myths of Workers’ Comp to Bed
Hasner Law | Workers' Compensation | March 3, 2023
Workers’ compensation insurance protects injured employees by providing medical benefits for injuries and lost time benefits. However, many myths about workers’ compensation claims could prevent some workers from receiving the benefits they deserve. Our Atlanta […]
How Workers’ Compensation Affects Disability Benefits in Georgia
Stephen Hasner | Workers' Compensation | February 21, 2023
Most employees injured on the job are covered by the Georgia workers’ compensation system. Employers are required to have workers’ compensation insurance. You are not required to prove negligence to receive benefits since workers’ compensation […]
How Long Do You Have To File a Workers’ Compensation Claim in Georgia?
Stephen Hasner | Workers' Compensation | February 6, 2023
If you suffer a work-related accident that can be attributed to your employer, your first option is generally to file a workers’ compensation claim. The State Board of Workers’ Compensation governs workers’ compensation claims in […]
How Does Workers’ Compensation Insurance Work in Georgia?
Stephen Hasner | Workers' Compensation | February 4, 2023
Georgia workers’ compensation is a type of insurance that provides benefits to employees who suffer work-related injury or illness. Workers’ comp is mandatory for most employers. When a workers’ compensation claim arises, an employee has […]