HOMELandscape workers face a variety of job hazards. Insurance statistics document that most common injuries incurred by landscape workers are: transportation injuries (vehicular accidents) contact injuries (animal and insect bites, exposure to hazardous substances, allergic reactions, cuts, amputations,...Read More
Month: March 2012
The Georgia workers’ compensation statute say that any employer with more than three employees must post a panel of physicians for the benefit of injured workers in a readily accessible place. Further, the statute requires employers to instruct workers on the use of the panel and procedures to...Read More
Several times a month, I receive a phone call from a currently represented claimant who visited my web site and wants me to take over representation of his case. While I appreciate the opportunity to represent a deserving client, I always discourage a represented claimant from changing lawyers: 1. ...Read More
One of the dangers that applies to every workers’ compensation case involves the risk that your claim may grow “stale.” In every case, there is a point in time where you will have obtained the maximum benefit possible from your claim – in terms of paid for medical care, weekly wage benefits...Read More
THE FACTS The minute you report your work injury, you should assume that your employer and their insurance company will hire a private investigator to follow you and videotape your activities. Insurance companies use private investigators to try to catch you engaging in activities that are inconsistent...Read More
I regularly speak with clients who report a less than pleasing experience in their appointments with posted panel doctors. Clients sometimes report that the panel doctor was rude, unhelpful and unwilling to spend any significant time learning about symptoms or other problems. Not surprisingly if you...Read More
THE FACTS Always remember that the posted panel doctor works on behalf of your employer and their insurance company. Whatever you say to the posted panel doctor will be reported to your employer and their insurance adjuster. Before you speak to your doctor, write down notes describing all injured body...Read More
THE FACTS Any delay in your seeking medical care for your work injury will be used against you. If your employer has a posted panel of physicians, you are free to choose any of those doctors for treatment. If you have a medical emergency you can go to the emergency room. Contact attorney Jodi Ginsberg...Read More
THE FACTS You must give notice of your work injury to your employer within 30 days of your on-the-job accident. Notice must be given to a supervisor or company owner, preferably in writing. While you have 30 days to report your injury, you should never wait that long – report your injury immediately. When...Read More