Forest Park Workers' Comp Attorneys
At George & Wallach, L.L.P., our Forest Park workers' comp lawyers have a deep understanding of our clients' perspectives and the various issues they face related to a workers' compensation claim. The claims process can be confusing and frustrating, and is often filled with various parties requesting actions and statements on your part. However, you have rights granted to you under the law, and you should not feel compelled to respond to any party without informed legal counsel.
If you have been injured or disabled on the job and are overwhelmed by requests from your employer or others, we can help. Contact our Georgia employment law attorneys online or call 404-381-1920 for a free consultation to discuss your rights and options.
We Fight to Protect the Rights of Workers
For over 60 years, the lawyers at our Forest Park work injury law firm have played a central role in the development of Georgia's workers' comp law, a role that we continue to play to this day. Over the years, we have witnessed employers attempt to trample on the rights of their injured employees. Although nothing can replace the seasoned advice of a skilled attorney, the following list is useful when you are facing a tidal wave of requests from all sides.
Don’t Let Them Tell You…
That you have to sign a Form WC 207 (medical authorization): You do not have to sign this or any other release form that is not designated specifically to doctors who are treating you. This is particularly important when there is no pending hearing.
That you must give a recorded statement in a workers' compensation case: Although a recorded statement is sometimes helpful, frequently it is not. You are not required by law to give a recorded statement.
That "subrogation" of a personal injury settlement arising out of a workers' compensation claim is automatic: The workers' compensation carrier is not automatically reimbursed.
That you must cooperate with a case manager or rehabilitation nurse: This is a requirement only in circumstances where the insurance company has a state board certified managed care organization or when your injury has been deemed "catastrophic."
That you must settle your claim, or that it is time to settle your claim: Injured workers with incomplete medical treatment or intensive medical treatment should carefully consider future costs before accepting a settlement. We believe that injured workers decide when it’s time to settle, not the insurance company.
That you should delay treatment until after you settle: It is your body, and you should be able to determine what kind of care you require. Your settlement should take future treatment costs into account.
That you need or do not need a Medicare set aside: You should not rely on their interpretation for whether or not this should occur.
That you must use the company doctor in all circumstances: There are procedures for changing doctors, and we can help with this.
That they do not have to do anything for you if they send your check late: In actuality, the insurance company may have to pay penalties.
That just because you are back at work and earning the same hourly wage as before the injury, you are not entitled to compensation: If you are working decreased hours because of your injury, you are not making the same as your previous wage and may be entitled to compensation.
That because you are over 65 years old, your condition cannot be considered catastrophic: A catastrophic injury is traumatic no matter what your age.
Experienced Employee Representation
Our Atlanta catastrophic injury lawyers have over 60 years of experience representing employees in workers' compensation actions. We will take a genuine interest in ensuring that you are financially compensated for your injuries. You should only have to worry about getting better, not about your family's financial stability.
Call for a Free Consultation With a Cobb County Disability Lawyer
If you have been disabled or otherwise injured at work, you may be entitled to compensation. Contact our Forest Park workers' comp attorneys online or call 404-381-1920 for a free initial consultation to discuss your case. We take our cases on a contingency basis, which means you owe us nothing until we recover compensation for you.
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