At the time this article was written, over 21.7 million Americans have been infected with COVID-19—and this number is rising more every day. Even scarier is the fact that this number only accounts for confirmed cases and drastically underrepresents the real level of spread. In fact, the Centers for …
Workers' Compensation
Inadequate training negatively impacts employees and employers alike, leading to costly injuries, low morale, and high turnover rates. Proper training is essential to ensure a safe and productive work environment, reducing the likelihood of workplace accidents.
However, when accidents do occur, it’s crucial to have a knowledgeable workers’ compensation attorney on your side.
Legalizing Marijuana, Workers’ Comp & Intoxication in the Workplace
Georgia has strict rules when it comes to impairment in the workplace. Simply put, intoxication is not allowed. This goes for both narcotics and for alcohol. Many businesses prominently display signs that assert that their business is a drug and alcohol-free zone. If an employer determines that one …
Can Injured or Ill Poll Workers Get Workers’ Comp in Georgia?
As the election season winds to close, the word still continues for many poll workers—as it has for months now leading up to Election Day. Poll workers have a lot to do before and after Election Day. In that time, there are a number of things that can go wrong, including injury or illness to the …
What If My Workplace Shuts Down While I’m Receiving Workers’ Comp Benefits?
Sadly, many businesses are closing temporarily or permanently due to the COVID-19 pandemic, leaving millions of Americans anxious about their jobs and whether or not they’ll still have one when we come through the other side of this crisis. There are also thousands of injured employees receiving …
Returning To Work and the WC-240 Process During COVID-19
The emergence of the COVID-19 virus has impacted almost every aspect of our daily life, including the functioning of workers’ compensation claims. Navigating a workers’ compensation claim is difficult enough during normal times. This already trying process has been made even more confusing, …
Will Workers’ Comp Pay for a Therapist or Psychologist in Georgia?
Being injured at work can affect an employee’s mental health. Whether you’re hurt while on the clock or off, mental health concerns arise from many different causes. For example, the injury may stem from a traumatic event, such as workplace violence or a serious car accident. Being out of work can …