Suffering a workplace injury is stressful enough without worrying about your job. If you’re receiving workers' compensation benefits, you might wonder: Is my job secure while I recover? Unfortunately, the laws in Georgia allow employers to terminate workers even while...
If you're receiving workers' compensation benefits after a workplace injury, you might wonder: Can my employer fire me? In Georgia, the short answer is yes, but the full story is more complex. Employers cannot fire you simply for filing a workers' compensation claim....
Being injured at work is tough enough without the added stress of a denied workers’ compensation claim. You may feel stuck wondering how to pay for your medical bills while you recover. It’s a challenging situation, but you don’t have to face it alone. At The Law...
If you’ve been injured at work in Georgia, you might worry about your job security while recovering. Workers’ compensation is there to provide medical care and wage replacement. But what about your position at work? This is a common question for injured employees....
Dealing with a work-related injury is already challenging enough without the added stress of your employer calling about returning to work. However, employers can ask you to return to work if your doctor deems you fit for light-duty or modified work. It's crucial to...