Can I be fired for making a workers’ compensation claim?

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Georgia is an at-will employment state. Unless you signed an employment contract or are the victim of discrimination, your employer can fire you for any reason. As such, your employer can fire you for claiming workers’ compensation. Unfortunately, the Georgia legislature rejected a bill that would have prevented employers from firing people for making a […]

Can I receive pain and suffering damages from a workers’ comp claim?

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You cannot receive damages for pain and suffering through workers’ compensation. Under the Georgia workers’ compensation program, you can receive medical treatment through the workers’ compensation insurance carrier. If you were not working at the advice of your authorized treating physician or were placed on light duty restrictions and your employer can’t or won’t accommodate […]

Do I need a Duluth construction accident lawyer after a construction accident?

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Yes. When it comes to construction accident cases, Georgia’s personal injury law can be highly complex. If a construction accident injured you, you need a Duluth construction accident lawyer who can help determine who was at fault for your accident. If you wait too long and the statute of limitations expires, you cannot recover any […]