Most workers in Georgia are covered by workers’ compensation through their employer. Workers’ comp pays for medical expenses and helps replace a portion of lost wages if the employee cannot return to work right away. Workers’ compensation cases can, like personal injury lawsuits, end with a settlement–and they often do. The amount of your settlement …
Frequently Asked Questions About Workers’ Compensation in Georgia
An injury on the job can take you out of the workplace for months. If your Georgia employer has three or more employees, they're obligated to provide workers' compensation. But figuring out how to get the benefits that have already come out of your paycheck can be confusing.
John Foy & Associates wants you to get the best deal possible, so we have put together an FAQ on workers' comp in Georgia.
Even though a worker isn't allowed to sue their employer for an on-the-job injury, you still might need legal help with your case. Your insurance company and your employer may try to reduce the number of benefits you receive to make their job easier. You need as many resources as possible to pay for medical treatment, though.
That's why you should consult a personal injury lawyer about your workers' compensation case.
Injured workers deserve an accident attorney who will help them get the best workers' comp deal possible. A John Foy & Associates lawyer will walk you through your report and work to make sure you aren't being taken advantage of. Read through some frequently asked questions about workers' compensation.
After that, call us at (404) 400-4000 for a free consultation.
Do You Get Full Pay if You’re Injured at Work?
If you’re injured at work, you are likely eligible for workers’ compensation benefits through your employer. When your injuries are serious enough to prevent you from returning to your job for a certain period, you should be able to receive a certain percentage of your normal paycheck as compensation. You should know that no matter …
What Happens After a Workers’ Comp Deposition?
If you’re pursuing workers’ compensation benefits for a workplace injury, your employer’s insurance carrier may ask you to give a deposition. A deposition gives the insurer the information they need to determine how to respond to your claim. A skilled attorney from John Foy & Associates can prepare you for your deposition and fight for …
How Workers’ Compensation Liens Work
Have you ever wondered how workers’ compensation liens work and what they mean to your financial situation? Understanding the ins and outs of workers’ compensation can be complex, especially when it comes to liens that may be placed on the settlement or judgment you receive. It is important to have a clear understanding of this …
What Happens After a Functional Capacity Evaluation?
After undergoing a Functional Capacity Evaluation (FCE), you may be wondering what comes next. This comprehensive assessment is typically analyzed by an evaluator and applied to workers’ compensation cases, disability claims, or legal proceedings. However, the interpretation of FCE results can sometimes be complex, and disputes may arise. In such situations, seeking the guidance of …
Do All Workers’ Compensation Cases Have a Deposition?
If you’ve been injured in a workplace incident and are pursuing workers’ comp benefits, you probably have a lot of questions about your case. One question you might have is whether all workers’ compensation cases have a deposition. A deposition is essentially an opportunity for the insurance company to obtain information about the injured worker …
Preparing for a Deposition in Your Workers’ Compensation Case
If you’ve filed a workers’ compensation claim due to an injury sustained on the job, you may be asked to participate in a deposition. A deposition is a formal, out-of-court proceeding where opposing parties can ask questions about the incident under oath in a legal matter. It allows them to gather more details about your …
Does Having Surgery Increase Your Workers’ Comp Settlement?
When you need workers’ comp, it’s natural to have many questions about the benefits you can receive. One question that often arises is whether having surgery for your injury can increase your workers’ compensation settlement. There can be a relationship between having surgery and the amount of a workers’ compensation settlement. However, since every case …
Is There Workers’ Compensation for Airport Employees in Georgia?
If you’ve been injured while working for an airline, you might be wondering if there is workers’ compensation for airport employees in Georgia. The good news is that as long as your injury occurred while you were working, it’s highly likely that your employer’s workers’ comp coverage will cover your medical bills and other losses. …
Is There Workers’ Compensation for Flight Attendants in Georgia?
If you’ve been hurt in an accident that occurred while you were working as a flight attendant, you could be dealing with significant medical expenses and several other challenges. The good news is that there is workers’ compensation for flight attendants in Georgia. That means you can pursue benefits to support your recovery. At John …
Does Having Physical Therapy Increase Your Workers’ Comp Settlement?
Have you been injured on the job and are currently going through the workers’ compensation settlement process? Perhaps you’ve wondered whether regularly attending physical therapy could help maximize the value of your claim. While many factors influence settlement amounts, your commitment to medical treatment is certainly taken into consideration. However, every case is different, and …
Do You Need Both an IME and FCE for Workers’ Compensation?
If you’ve been injured on the job, your employer or insurance company will likely require medical exams to evaluate your injuries and work capabilities as part of your workers’ compensation claim. But what exactly is the difference between an IME and FCE, and do you really need both? This is a common question among injured …
Preparing for a Workers’ Compensation Mediation
For any injured worker navigating the workers’ compensation system, the road to recovery is seldom easy. After months of medical treatment and evaluations, disputes with insurance carriers are unfortunately common. However, mediation provides an opportunity for solutions when direct negotiations break down. While the process involves difficult conversations, preparing properly can have a great impact …
What Percent of Workers’ Comp Cases Settle During Mediation?
Every year, thousands of injured workers file workers’ compensation claims seeking lost wages, medical expenses, and other benefits to help them recover from on-the-job accidents. While some cases are straightforward, some involve conflicts, lengthy negotiations, and even litigation to determine such issues as the precise cause and extent of injuries. Mediation offers a chance to …
Georgia Southwest Airlines Workers’ Compensation Claims
If you’ve been injured in an incident that happened while you were at work for Southwest Airlines, you’re probably unsure how you’ll get the money you need to recuperate from your injuries and losses. While you might be familiar with the term “workers’ compensation,” you might not know how to file a winning claim. Fortunately, …
Georgia JetBlue Airlines Workers’ Compensation Claims
If you or a loved one has suffered an injury due to a JetBlue Airlines work accident, you might be wondering how you’ll cover medical bills, replace lost income, and deal with other related challenges. The good news is that pursuing fair compensation for such an incident is easier than you might think. With the …
Georgia Frontier Airlines Workers’ Compensation Claims
If you’ve been involved in an accident while working for Frontier Airlines, you could be dealing with painful injuries that are expensive to treat and require you to take time off from work. If that’s the case, you don’t have to cover medical bills and other losses out of pocket. Instead, you can file a …
Georgia Spirit Airlines Workers’ Compensation Claims
If you’ve been hurt in an accident that occurred while you were working for Spirit Airlines, you might be wondering how you’ll cover your medical bills and afford basic living costs while you’re recovering from your injury. Fortunately, you have the option to pursue benefits by filing a Georgia Spirit Airlines workers’ compensation claim. That …
Georgia United Airlines Workers’ Compensation Claims
If you are a United Airlines worker who has been injured on the job, you’re probably worried about being able to afford medical care and deal with other challenges while recovering. Fortunately, the team at John Foy & Associates can provide the information and representation you need to file a winning claim. An Atlanta airlines …
Georgia American Airlines Workers’ Compensation Claims
If you or a family member is employed by American Airlines and has been injured in a work accident, you don’t have to deal with medical bills and other related challenges on your own. An Atlanta airlines workers’ compensation lawyer from John Foy & Associates can step in and help you pursue the benefits you …
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