Airport and Airline Employees Workers’ Compensation Claims
Atlanta Airport Work Injury Claim Lawyer
Airport employee workers’ compensation claims are numerous in Georgia. The state is home to several airports, the largest being Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport. Others include the Savannah/Hilton Head International Airport, Southwest Georgia Regional Airport, and Augusta Regional Airport. The state is home to a total of seven commercial airports alone, with Atlanta ushering 107 million passengers around the world each year.
If you are an employee of an airport or an airline and suffered an injury as a result of the work you do, you may be entitled to compensation. However, your airline employee workers’ comp claim may be limited if you do not act soon enough or you fail to hire an aggressive, skilled attorney to represent you.
The Law Offices of Darwin F. Johnson can help you. Having represented people in over 10,000 cases and recovering more than $250 million for clients, you can expect exceptional support from a dedicated, highly trusted legal firm.
How Common Are Airline Injuries in the US?
Airline injuries are not uncommon. The hard work of those in this field, including often operating in very poor weather conditions, can lead to a high risk for injuries. The Bureau of Labor Statistics indicates that, in 2019, 4,980 people suffered a nonfatal workplace injury or illness as flight attendants alone. That does not account for groundwork crews or others that work in airports.
How We Can Help
Our Workers' Compensation Cases We Accept:
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INDUSTRIES WE SERVE
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WORKPLACE INJURIES
Typical Injuries Airline and Airport Employees Face
Airline and airport workers are at risk for a wide range of injuries. Some of the most common include:
- Slip and falls: This type of injury results from a person slipping or tripping on a surface that is not properly maintained. This can cause back, shoulder, spinal column, and other injuries, some of which can be debilitating.
- Back injuries: Back injuries are very common in an airport setting due to the lifting, twisting, and turning that are essential to the job. Back injuries can also occur due to falls or strains due to a lack of help moving heavy objects.
- Severe burns: More common in airport workers, severe burns from the planes themselves or equipment are somewhat common as well. This type of burn can also occur due to exposure to jet fuel and chemicals.
- Broken bones: Whether entrapment or injuries sustained from equipment failures, some airport workers suffer broken bones during their shifts.
- Hearing loss: Due to the consistent loud sound, especially on the ground, airport workers are often at a higher risk than the general public of hearing loss.
- Illness: The nature of the job is to travel around the work as an airline employee, but poor sanitation and other factors can increase the risk of severe illness. Exposure to fumes and ongoing violations to safety hazards can also cause illness.
- Lacerations: Some airline and airport workers sustain lacerations, some of which can lead to serious disfigurement, loss of a limb or digit, or other complications.
Over $250 Million Recovered. Over 10,000 Cases Handled.
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$4,200,000
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$2,400,000
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$1,200,000
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Why a Workers’ Compensation Attorney Is Critical After a Workplace Accident in an Airport
If you suffer an injury like these or others while working at any Georgia airport or with an airline, don’t go to court alone. Instead, turn to a workers’ compensation claim attorney. There are a few key things to know about the complexities of workers’ compensation laws in the state.
Fault
In Georgia, you can file airport employee workers’ compensation claims if you suffer an injury on the job or doing work-related tasks. That is the case, no matter if you were responsible for the injury or not. For example, if you made a mistake that led to the injury, you may still be able to file a claim.
File in State
Under Georgia law, you can file an airport or airline employee workers’ comp claim if the incident occurred in Georgia. If you are flying with a Georgia airline, such as Delta, which has its headquarters in the state, you may be able to file an airline employee workers’ comp claim even if you are traveling out of state with that airline.
Common Questions
About Airport Work Injury Claims in Georgia:
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When should I see a workers’ compensation attorney after an airline accident?If you’ve suffered substantial losses due to medical debt, lost time at work, or pain, contact an attorney. We highly recommend speaking to an attorney if your employer tells you that you have to return to work before your doctor says you need to. We also recommend reaching out to us if your benefits have been denied.
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Will I lose my job if I file a workers’ compensation claim?No, you will not lose your job as a result of your workers’ compensation claim. Allow our legal team to work closely with you if you feel that’s happened in your case.
To be eligible for Workers Compensation, You must have incurred at least one of the following criteria from each section to qualify:
- On-The-Job Injury
- Injury occurred while working
- Injured due to the job you perform
- Employment Status
- You are a legal employee of the person or company you work for
- The company or person you work for has 3+ employees regularly in service
If you have not experienced or only have one piece of criteria from the above, please see our Personal Injury section to see how we can help you recover.
Why Choose the Law Offices of Darwin F. Johnson for Your Airport Employee Workers’ Compensation Claims
Our team is dedicated to supporting you throughout the airport or airline employee workers’ comp claim in Georgia. There are plenty of reasons to trust us:
- We are a top-rated legal firm in the state because of the results we get.
- We’ve handled over 10,000 cases for people like you facing tragic losses through no fault of their own.
- You can trust our aggressive legal style and compassionate support.
The Law Offices of Darwin F. Johnson promise professionalism and personal attention when you allow us to represent you in a court of law. Contact us today to set up a free consultation to discuss your case.
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