Category: Workers’ Compensation

Does My Injury Qualify for Workers’ Compensation?

Most employers in Georgia must carry workers’ compensation insurance to protect employees who get hurt on the job or develop an occupational illness. Eligible workers can apply for benefits to help pay for medical treatment, replace lost wages, and provide disability benefits while they heal. But do all injuries and…

workers' compensation claim form

In the event of an on-the-job injury, you expect that you will receive benefits in the form of workers’ compensation. Almost all employers in the country are required to have a workers’ compensation insurance plan that will cover the medical expenses and lost wages of employees who are injured at their…

How to Handle Back and Neck Injuries at Work

If you injure your neck or back on the job, you may not be aware of the extent of your injury right away. Unlike a broken arm or a cut, back and neck injuries don’t always make themselves apparent immediately and the symptoms aren’t necessarily obvious. For example, a lower…