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Worker’s compensation covers financial losses, including medical expenses, missed wages, and reduced earning capacity. However, it does not cover pain and suffering. Personal injury settlements may compensate for non-economic injuries like pain and suffering, loss of companionship, or lower quality of life. How Is Pain and Suffering Defined?…
Georgia law requires children under 18 to be properly restrained in moving vehicles, regardless of where they are seated. Seat belts are not legally required for adult backseat passengers in Georgia. But wearing a seat belt is still highly recommended for safety. What Are Georgia’s Seat Belt Laws?…
Employees who suffer catastrophic injuries may need surgery to repair the damage. Severe injuries can also leave workers with permanent impairments, making it necessary for an injured worker to pursue a workers’ comp settlement and medical benefits. Having surgery for a work injury can increase the size of…
Without clear rules on merging, turning, or entering intersections, there would be chaos on Georgia roads. Yielding the right-of-way means letting another vehicle enter an intersection, turn, or merge into traffic before you proceed. However, don’t forget that right-of-way laws also apply to pedestrians and cyclists. What Is Georgia’s Law…
Numerous factors can affect how long a workers’ compensation claim will take in Georgia, including the types of benefits pursued and the length of negotiation between the two sides. In some cases, you may begin receiving wage replacement benefits within three weeks of your injury. However, you may…
To ensure you receive compensation for lost income with your car accident claim in Georgia, you must provide evidence of how much money you lost due to your injuries. Documentation can include medical records, doctor’s notes, a letter from your employer detailing your missed time at work, and…
You should consult with a Georgia workers’ compensation lawyer right away after sustaining a work-related injury. Although you may not hire a lawyer during that first meeting, they can help you understand your rights and obligations under Georgia’s workers’ comp law and how the process works. What Are Georgia’s Workers’…
After you’re injured on the job, you could obtain workers’ compensation benefits. Those benefits include payment for lost income if you cannot work due to your injury. The total amount of wage replacement benefits depends on the severity of the injury and your average weekly wage. Do All Employers in…
Seek immediate medical attention right after a car crash. Medical providers can treat your obvious injuries and diagnose those that have not started causing pain or other symptoms. Getting prompt treatment will improve your recovery and protect your right to get money for your car accident losses. After…
Under Georgia’s workers’ compensation system, you should immediately report a work accident or an on-the-job injury to your employer – whether through HR, a foreperson, a supervisor, or a manager. You may jeopardize your eligibility for benefits if you wait more than 30 days to report your work…