How To File a Georgia Workers’ Comp Claim
Stephen Hasner | Workers' Compensation | October 7, 2024
Georgia’s workers’ compensation insurance generally covers injuries at work, regardless of fault. Therefore, filing a claim for workers’ compensation should be straightforward. However, benefits for your workers’ comp claim are not guaranteed. If you have […]
Basic Personal Injury Settlement Breakdown: How Much Goes in My Pocket After a Personal Injury Lawsuit in Atlanta?
Stephen Hasner | Personal Injury | September 29, 2024
One of the most common questions Atlanta personal injury lawyers receive is: How much is my case worth? After being harmed in an accident that was caused by someone else’s negligence, it makes sense that […]
Do Self-Employed Individuals Need Workers’ Compensation Insurance in Georgia?
Stephen Hasner | Workers' Compensation | September 29, 2024
Workplace injuries and accidents are common. Millions of workers are injured on the job each year. In 2021, over 2.6 million nonfatal injuries were reported in the private sector alone. Workers’ compensation provides benefits for […]
Can My Boss Cut My Hours If I Apply for Workers’ Comp?
Stephen Hasner | Workers' Compensation | September 29, 2024
Can my boss cut my hours if I apply for workers compensation? If you’ve been injured on the job, you’re probably facing many challenges. Pain, medical bills, doctor visits, lost income, and stress often accompany […]
The Difference Between Worker’s Compensation and Personal Injury in Georgia
Stephen Hasner | Personal Injury, Workers' Compensation | August 23, 2024
Every year, thousands of Georgia workers face life-altering injuries on the job, leaving them wondering how they’ll cover medical bills and lost wages. At the same time, others sustain injuries outside of work due to […]
Are Employers Required To Offer Workers Compensation in Georgia?
Stephen Hasner | Workers' Compensation | August 21, 2024
Under the Georgia Workers Compensation Act, any employer with three or more employees, even part-time employees, must carry workers’ compensation insurance. Even companies with one or two employees must carry workers’ compensation insurance if they are a […]
What to Expect After a Car Accident
Stephen Hasner | Car Accidents | August 16, 2024
Each year, over 100,000 car accidents occur on Georgia roads, leaving countless lives disrupted. The moments following a crash fill with overwhelming uncertainty and anxiety. What happens next? Who will cover the medical bills, and […]
Can You Work While Receiving Workers’ Compensation Benefits?
Stephen Hasner | Workers' Compensation | August 14, 2024
In Georgia, workers’ compensation benefits help support injured employees, but what happens if you’re cleared to work in some capacity while still receiving these benefits? This scenario isn’t as straightforward as you might think. The […]
Can You File a Georgia Car Accident Claim With No Witnesses?
Stephen Hasner | Car Accidents | July 25, 2024
The aftermath of an accident often involves physical injuries, emotional distress, and financial hardships, which can make an accident incredibly traumatic and overwhelming, especially when there are no witnesses to support your version of events. […]
Can You File a Claim if You Are Injured at a Chicken Plant in Georgia?
Stephen Hasner | Workers' Compensation Lawyer, Workplace Accidents | July 25, 2024
While an accident can occur at any workplace, even if you work in an office cubicle, there are certain environments that garner a greater assumed risk of injury. Chicken plants are one of these work […]