Workers’ Compensation Settlements in Georgia
Stephen Hasner | Workers' Compensation | July 3, 2018
Workers’ compensation laws generally encourage insurance companies to reach settlement agreements with injured workers when possible. Settling a case can mean that you get money to cover your medical expenses and lost income without needing […]
The Risks of Injuries for Hospital Workers
Stephen Hasner | Workers' Compensation | May 25, 2018
Most people would consider hospitals relatively safe places—after all, people go to hospitals to try to recover their health. However, hospitals can actually be quite dangerous places to work.According to the Occupational Safety and Health […]
Does Your Job Pose the Risk of Injuries?
Stephen Hasner | Workers' Compensation | May 16, 2018
The Bureau of Labor Statistics tracks the number of workplace injuries, illnesses, and fatalities each year and reports on the most dangerous jobs in the United States. The most recent report included the following professions: […]
What Happens if You Have to Miss Work Due to a Job-Related Injury in Savannah?
Stephen Hasner | Workers' Compensation | April 25, 2018
Injuries can happen at work when you least expect it and disrupt your life in many ways. A number of different types of injuries can cause you to miss work. Some injuries specifically affect the […]
What Jobs Have the Highest Risk of Falls?
Stephen Hasner | Workers' Compensation | March 15, 2018
Falls at work are dangerous and closely associated with serious workplace injuries and fatalities. Additionally, certain jobs come with a high risk of injury from a fall. Know the risks associated with your job, and […]
Do Not Commit Workers’ Compensation Fraud in Georgia
Stephen Hasner | Workers' Compensation | March 6, 2018
If you were injured on the job, you may face a difficult recovery period. Workers’ compensation should help you get through this time and address your financial losses. Collecting on workers’ compensation, however, is not […]
How to Start a Workers’ Compensation Claim In Georgia
Stephen Hasner | Workers' Compensation | February 13, 2018
What Is a Workers’ Compensation Claim? When you find yourself dealing with an injury at work, understanding workers’ compensation and how to file a claim is an important piece of the process. Under Georgia’s Workers’ […]
What Does It Mean To Settle a Car Accident Case in Georgia?
Stephen Hasner | Workers' Compensation | February 6, 2018
Would You Know What To Do If You Were In An Accident? We’ve all seen it: cars, bent metal, drivers scratching their heads while standing to the side of the road, police filing a report, […]
What Kinds of Injuries Result in Permanent Disability Benefits in Georgia?
Stephen Hasner | Workers' Compensation | January 23, 2018
Employees Who’ve Been Permanently Injured at Work Should Know Their Rights When you’ve sustained a serious, permanent injury at your place of work, it is important to understand your rights. With medical bills to account […]
Repetitive Strain Injuries Are Serious Workplace Hazards
Stephen Hasner | Workers' Compensation | January 9, 2018
Repetitive-motion injuries are among the leading causes of missed time from work. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, repetitive motion, including holding tools, scanning groceries, and typing, caused the long absences from work injuries in […]