If you suffered an injury on the job in Lawrenceville, you may suffer significant consequences — from lost wages during your recovery period to long-lasting disability and an inability to return to work.
You can collect compensation for these damages through a Georgia workers’ compensation claim, but navigating this process can be complex and confusing in the wake of an injury. In these situations, a Lawrenceville work injury attorney with Bross, McAllister & Williams, LLC can help.
Georgia law requires most employers to provide workers’ compensation benefits to their employees. If you work for an employer who has at least 3 regular employees, are not an independent contractor, and do not work for an industry that exempts state workers’ compensation benefits, you are eligible for these funds. You can collect workers’ compensation benefits for medical expenses and lost wages.
You do not need to prove that your employer was responsible for your injuries to claim these benefits, but you do need to establish that you suffered the injury while working or as a result of your employment. You can only file claims for certain workplace injuries, and you cannot collect compensation for psychiatric, heart, vascular, or psychological conditions except if they occur as a result of another occupational disease.
You have 30 days from the date of your injury to notify your employer of your injury, and taking action as soon as possible is important to preserve the credibility of your claim. Take the following steps immediately after your workplace injury to begin the workers’ compensation benefits process.
You only have one year from the date of your injury or the date of your last remedial treatment to file your claim with the Georgia State Board of Workers’ Compensation. Ensure you file your claim in a timely manner by contacting our Lawrenceville work injury lawyers today.
If you suffer an injury on the job in Lawrenceville, contact Bross, McAllister & Williams, LLC immediately. Our workers’ compensation lawyers will meet with you to determine the nature of your injuries, launch an investigation into your accident, and complete the paperwork necessary to file your workers’ compensation claim.
Call us today to schedule your free consultation and speak to one of our attorneys. We are happy to meet in an alternate location upon request.
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