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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
Can My Employer Lay Me Off While I Am Receiving Workers’ Compensation in Savannah?
Stephen Hasner | Workers' Compensation | January 19, 2023
In accordance with Georgia law, workers’ compensation benefits provide financial support to injured employees. These benefits may include medical care, lost earnings, and other financial assistance. Nevertheless, receiving workers’ compensation does not guarantee you will […]
Choosing a Doctor in Workers’ Compensation Cases in Savannah, GA
Stephen Hasner | Workers' Compensation | September 27, 2022
The Georgia State Board of Workers’ Compensation provides essential benefits to employees. If you are injured on the job, you don’t need to worry about how you will prove your employer was at fault because […]
Mileage Reimbursement Rate in Georgia for Workers’ Compensation
Stephen Hasner | Workers' Compensation | September 19, 2022
In Georgia, anyone who becomes injured on the job is eligible for mileage reimbursement per Georgia’s workers’ compensation laws. Mileage reimbursement helps individuals pay for care-related transportation, and employers are responsible for meeting these legal […]
Workers’ Comp Benefits After Termination in Georgia
Stephen Hasner | Workers' Compensation | August 30, 2022
You could be fired in Georgia before or after you begin receiving workers’ compensation benefits. Because Georgia is an at-will employment state, employers can fire workers without reason or notice. Other than in cases that […]