Georgia Workers Compensation—FAQs

Serving workers compensation clients in Atlanta, Marietta, Cartersville, Decatur and surrounding areas

Benefits of seeking legal help

If you are injured on the job, you are entitled to seek benefits under Georgia workers’ compensation law. Atlanta workers compensation provides medical, rehabilitation, income, death, and other benefits to employees and dependents due to injury, illness, and death resulting from a compensable work-related claim covered by the law.

The Atlanta workers comp laws are complicated and are best navigated with the help of an experienced attorney who can help you maximize the amount of benefits you receive.  An Atlanta workers comp attorney can ensure that you file your claim properly, on time, and can appear at any hearings regarding your claim.

Do not risk denial of your claim.  Seek the advice of an attorney as soon after your injury as possible.

Some frequently asked questions about workers compensation

If I am injured on the job, what should I do?

You should immediately report your injury to your employer.  You have an obligation to obtain and fill out the paperwork required by your company and forward to the appropriate organization for processing.  You must be as specific as possible when reporting your injury.  Prompt notification will enable your company to begin your benefits in a timely manner.

How can I jeopardize my benefits?

Your claim may be denied if you fail to report injuries promptly or fail to cooperate with your employer and authorized treating physician regarding medical evaluations, treatment, rehabilitation services, and claim investigation.  Your claim can also be denied if you refuse to return to suitable employment.  Some other reasons for denial of claims include submittal of fraudulent information, refusal to take a drug test, and refusal to submit to a medical examination by the authorized treating physician, at reasonable times. 

Under what circumstances could I be denied workers’ compensation benefits as a result of an on-the-job injury?

Benefits are not payable if you are injured while engaged in wilful misconduct or if your injury is due to the use of alcohol, drugs, or the misuse of controlled substances.

Am I barred from recovery if I was at fault?

No.

Can I sue anyone else for a work-related injury?

This is called a third party suit.  If your injury was caused by the negligence of a third party other than another person who is also an employee of the company for which you work, you may have a right to sue that party.

Contact Hoffspiegel & Associates today

Contact Hoffspiegel & Associates to speak to an Atlanta workers compensation lawyer as soon as possible after your accident.