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After a debilitating workplace injury, you might not be able to perform your duties as before. Some people might not even be able to work at all. In either case, you might wonder if Georgia workers’ compensation and unemployment benefits can work together to ease financial hardships during your recovery….

Suffering a work-related injury or illness can cause a lot of stress. In addition to the pain and medical uncertainty accompanying some health conditions, many injured Georgians worry about making ends meet if they cannot return to work immediately. How will they afford their medical bills, mortgage or rent payments,…

Hurting your back at work can turn your life upside-down. Even a seemingly mild strain can substantially impact your ability to function. If you are coping with a workplace back injury, an experienced workers’ compensation lawyer in Georgia can help you apply for benefits to offset your financial burdens during…

A shoulder injury can make a daily task like brushing your teeth painful. When the injury occurs at work, most Georgia employees can file a workers’ compensation claim for financial assistance while they recover. At the Law Offices of William F. Underwood, III, P.C., clients often want to know the…

Healthcare workers play one of the most critical roles in our community, providing essential care and support to those in need. However, the nature of their work exposes them to various hazards that put their well-being at risk. When healthcare workers sustain an injury while working or develop occupational illnesses,…

A neck injury can sideline you from performing essential tasks, like working and performing the tasks of everyday life. But if you sustained your injury on the job, you could be entitled to workers’ compensation in Georgia. Workers’ comp can provide vital benefits to offset your financial losses while you…

If your workers’ compensation insurer is refusing to approve surgery recommended by your doctor, you don’t have to face this alone. Insurance companies often deny medical treatments, including surgeries, to save costs, but that doesn’t mean you’re out of options. You can take steps to appeal the decision and secure…

If you suffered a workplace injury and need surgery, you might wonder whether you should settle your workers’ compensation case before or after the procedure. The answer isn’t the same for everyone. An experienced workers’ compensation attorney can advise you of the best timeline for pursuing a full and fair…

Back injuries are among the most common and painful injuries people suffer at work. A severe injury can prevent you from moving or doing your job and take a long time to heal. The Bureau of Labor Statistics reports that over 128,000 U.S. workers sustained a back injury in one recent year,…

Many work injuries involve the knees and hips. Repairing these injuries often requires surgery before the employee can return to work. Under Georgia’s workers’ compensation laws, employees may be entitled to medical, rehabilitation, and income benefits to help during their recovery. At the Law Offices of William F. Underwood, III, P.C.,…