Few life events have the potential to be scarier than suffering a catastrophic injury at work. After all, not only must you deal with pain and a long recovery, but you may not be able to work or support yourself and your family members financially. Fortunately, you...
Injuries on the job happen in many ways. When they do, people often need medical and rehabilitative services to fully heal. In the state of Georgia, workers can receive workers' compensation benefits of up to two-thirds of their average weekly salary, or a maximum of...
Thankfully, the Social Security Administration accepted your application for disability benefits. How long should you expect to receive payments? The SSA describes circumstances that may change your benefits eligibility. Use their guidelines to protect your financial...
When it comes to Social Security disability benefits, denials are common, especially for many first-time filers. The claims process is a complex and lengthy one. You might feel your health and circumstances make you a prime candidate for benefits. However, the Social...
You get an injury from a car accident. Medical bills start to pile up, and you get help from insurance. Your insurance is not enough, so you start a personal injury lawsuit. You win the lawsuit and collect compensation, but then the insurance company contacts you...
On the road, there are many hazards that you and other drivers face. One of these hazards is the behavior of others on the road. According to the NHTSA, in 2018, over 9,000 people died in accidents involving speeding. Speed affects everyone’s safety, including the...
Work-related fatalities and catastrophic injury rates are higher on construction sites than in any other industry, nationwide. Georgia companies have a duty to take steps that prevent worker injuries. However, even when they proactively provide you with fall...
Particularly for newer drivers, driving around large commercial vehicles may be intimidating. Understanding the functional differences between regular passenger vehicles and larger commercial ones is paramount. Understanding how to drive safely and share the road with...
As a resident in Georgia, you understand that certain disabilities qualify an individual to apply for benefits. Most of the time, you hear about this regarding physical disabilities. But what about mental health disorders or conditions that affect your physical...
From repetitive stress injuries that develop gradually to catastrophic accidents that happen suddenly, workers in many different industries may find themselves risking their health or even their life while on the job. In Georgia, most companies with at least three...
