Understanding Your Rights After a Work-Related Car Accident What to Do If You Are Injured While Driving on the Job? It can feel overwhelming. You may question who covers your medical bills and lost wages. In Georgia, workers' compensation laws provide benefits for...
Injuries
Who Pays the Medical Bills When Workers’ Compensation Is Denied?
Who Pays the Medical Bills When Workers’ Compensation Is Denied? Suffering a work injury is difficult enough without the stress of unpaid medical bills. If your Workers’ Comp claim is denied, you may wonder how to cover treatment costs while recovering. It’s a...
Most common injuries in the workplace
Although some occupations are more dangerous than others, workplace injuries can happen anywhere at any time. Most of these injuries occur in all occupations. Certain injuries occur more frequently than others. Slips, trips and falls The most common injuries fall...
Recognizing the signs and symptoms of suspension trauma
When working at heights or in situations that involve fall arrest systems, it is crucial to be aware of the potential risks, including suspension trauma. Suspension trauma, also known as harness-induced pathology or orthostatic intolerance, can occur when a person is...
Tips for safely sharing the road with motorcycles
Did you know that 14% of all traffic fatalities were motorcyclists, and these individuals are significantly more (29 times) to die in an accident? They are also significantly more likely to experience injuries during crashes. Sharing the road with motorcycles is...
Understanding the Georgia Workers’ Compensation Board Bill of Rights
The Georgia Workers' Compensation Board Bill of Rights aims to protect injured workers. The goal is to ensure they receive the benefits and support necessary for their recovery. If you are an injured worker in Georgia, it is crucial to understand your rights and how...
Georgia law on hit and run accidents
Georgia law is strict on people convicted of hit-and-run accidents. The severity of the penalty depends on the specific circumstances of an incident and can include fines and jail time. Despite these strict laws, hit-and-runs still occur. Here is what you should know...
Airline crews face numerous safety hazards, including assaults
The woman who assaulted a Delta Airlines flight attendant last fall over not following airline safety rules now faces a $27,500 fine issued by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA). The assault, in which a female passenger punched the flight attendant, once again...
Pedestrian Safety Tips
With Halloween fast approaching, you and many other Georgia families are likely preparing for various festivities. You may enjoy the holiday and have decorated your home to your liking, and your kids have probably already told you the many ideas they have for...
Cycling Injuries
Cyclists and vehicle drivers must obey the same Georgia traffic laws. Unfortunately, many motorists see bicycle riders as a nuisance and treat them with little consideration on the roads. If you are a cycling enthusiast, it is crucial to be alert if you want to avoid...