Former Georgia employees of Trimac Transportation are suing the company for allegedly exposing them to cancer-causing chemicals without providing proper protective equipment or implementing appropriate safety measures. Trimac is a Canadian-based company that transports liquid and dry bulk chemicals …
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Workers Injured After A Gainesville Poultry Plant Chemical Spill
Fourteen months after a chemical spill at a Gainesville poultry plant killed 6 workers, another spill left 4 more workers injured this past March. A spokesperson for Gold Creek Foods confirmed that on March 11, approximately 100 gallons of bleach leaked out of a tank after it was punctured by an …
Most Common Workplace Injuries in 2020
Workplace injuries can be devastating and financially costly for employees and employers alike. Even a minor injury that forces an employee to miss work or limits their ability to carry out their job duties can have negative consequences for both employees and businesses. When you factor in the …
Are Volunteers Covered by Workers’ Compensation in Georgia?
Volunteer labor helps nonprofits and other organizations keep costs down without sacrificing quality. In many cases, these individuals have years of professional experience and are able to offer both labor and knowledge that can significantly impact an organization’s goals and mission. It's not …
Gerber & Holder Law Welcome New Attorney Courtney LeBeau
Gerber & Holder Workers’ Compensation Attorneys are pleased to announce the addition of Attorney Courtney A. LeBeau to the practice. LeBeau previously worked representing insurance companies and employers at an insurance defense firm, and uses this knowledge to gain the best results for injured …
Georgia School Teacher Killed in Tragic School Bus Accident
When the worst occurs while you’re on the job, what are your rights for death benefits or workers’ compensation? Typically, if the accident, injury or death happens during the normal “course and scope” of your job duties, you’ll be covered under Georgia law. For example, take this school bus …
