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If you were injured in a workplace accident, you are likely worried about your physical and financial recovery. Almost all employers in Georgia are required to carry workers’ compensation, which provides employees injured on the job with healthcare coverage needed to treat their injuries and offsets a portion of…
Needless to say, the consequences of going through a car accident while pregnant can be severe. Even a minor motor vehicle accident can lead to serious consequences. Of course, the first thing you should do is seek immediate medical attention. Once you have been to the doctor to evaluate your…
Dash cam footage can provide an objective, real-time account of a car accident for a lawsuit or insurance claim. This footage can clarify fault, show the extent of damage, and support or refute other parties’ testimony. The evidence it provides can expedite the claims process and lead to…
You can fire your personal injury attorney whenever you want in Georgia. However, it’s a good idea to consider the potential consequences to your case and finances before you do. If you’re unhappy with your current lawyer and how they’ve handled your case, you should immediately consult another…
If you were injured at work in Georgia, chances are you filed a claim for workers’ compensation benefits. State law requires most employers to provide employees with workers’ comp coverage from their first day on the job. Workers’ comp benefits should pay for medical expenses, a portion of…
You can report your employer to the Board of Workers’ Compensation Enforcement Division if it doesn’t have workers’ compensation coverage and is legally required to carry it. You could also file a claim with Georgia’s uninsured employer’s fund or sue your employer. While workers’ compensation laws typically prohibit employees from filing…
According to the Insurance Information Institute (III), about one in eight drivers are uninsured despite legal requirements that they carry minimum levels of auto liability coverage. Being involved in an accident with one of these drivers can result in a serious headache for injured victims. That’s where uninsured/underinsured motorist (UM/UIM)…
A work-related injury or illness can affect your ability to do your job. Taking time off work while dealing with expensive medical bills can lead to economic strain. However, workers’ compensation and disability insurance can provide sick and injured workers with the financial support they need for their medical expenses…
Understandably, most personal injury victims anxiously await each development in their case, including the response to their demand letters. When fault is clear and injuries are easy to prove, accident victims may receive a settlement check within a few months. By contrast, when evidence is limited or the…
Workers’ compensation offers many benefits to help employees recover physically and financially when they suffer on-the-job injuries and illnesses. If you were injured or became ill at work, you might be wondering whether you can continue working while simultaneously receiving workers’ compensation benefits. The answer is, “Yes and…