Workers Compensation
To protect you and your employer
If you are injured on the job, workers compensation laws in Georgia may entitle you to:
- Partial replacement of lost wages
- Medical treatment
- Rehabilitation services
Without regard to negligence or fault, under Georgia law, you receive money and benefits in exchange for giving up your right to sue your employer. Your employer accepts limited liability.
You are covered
In Georgia, workers compensation laws apply to all employers with at least three full-time or part-time employees. Your employer’s insurance covers you beginning with your first day on the job. If an accident or injury occurs, you should tell your supervisor immediately. If you wait more than 30 days to tell your employer, you may lose any potential benefits.
When there is a dispute
You have to file a claim within one year of the injury to protect your rights. If, after filing a claim, you do not receive benefits, you may request a hearing. In all likelihood, an attorney will represent your employer. Call the Palazzola Law Firm to represent you. We have successfully handled cases like yours.
We accept the challenge.
Call us to discuss your case. We accept the challenge—and win—when the big, downtown Atlanta law firms do not. Call us today.
