In the event of injury in the work place, workers compensation and occupational accident insurance both give a level of protection to employees. It's important to understand the difference between the two, since it will be up to the employer to decide which insurance...
Workers Compensation
Is Middle-Georgia Caught in a Workplace Accident Epidemic?
Are fatal workplace accidents on the rise in Georgia? In late December, a worker at a Diamond Plastics Plant fell into a machine and was crushed by falling pipes. That was the second workplace death that week in the state. Two days prior, a 62-year-old man in Roberta,...
Why Should You Hire a Work Injury Lawyer?
When you've been hurt at work, a lot of people believe they should just let their employer handle the medical treatment. I often hear "I thought they'd take care of me," and "My boss said to send him the bill." Many people believe that being a good employee means...
So You Were Hurt on the Job… Now What?
When you get hurt on the job, the last thing you may think to be worried about is not being treated fairly. Let's face it, your number one concern is getting the treatment you need as quickly as possible with the least amount of hassle from your boss and your...
