Marietta Workers’ Compensation Attorney
Workers Comp Lawyer in Marietta, GA
Have you been injured on the job? Maybe you have developed an illness that is related to your work environment. In either case, you may be feeling extremely vulnerable and unsure of what you should do next to protect your health, your family, and your future. At The Law Offices of Darwin F. Johnson, we truly understand your concerns.
You may be afraid to file a workers’ compensation claim because you think you might be fired, or your boss could retaliate. Or perhaps you have filed your workers’ compensation claim and the insurer is delaying and/or denying your legitimate claim. This is one of those times when you need to ask for help—and the sooner the better. Contacting a Marietta workers’ compensation attorney is a proactive choice and one that will have the most beneficial outcome of any choice you might make.
Contact The Law Offices of Darwin F. Johnson, LLC today for a workers' compensation lawyer near you at (470) 285-8246.
Your Rights as an Injured Worker in Georgia
Understanding your rights as an injured worker is crucial to ensuring you receive the compensation you deserve. At Darwin F. Johnson, LLC, we are dedicated to empowering our clients with knowledge about their legal rights and options. Georgia law provides specific protections for workers who have been injured on the job, and navigating these regulations can be complex without expert guidance.
Here are some key rights you should be aware of:
- Right to Medical Care: You have the right to receive necessary medical treatment for your work-related injuries, including both emergency and ongoing care.
- Right to Compensation: If your injury prevents you from working, you may be entitled to wage loss benefits that compensate for your lost earnings.
- Right to Appeal: If your workers' compensation claim is denied, you have the right to appeal the decision and seek legal representation to support your case.
- Right to Return to Work: After recovering, you have the right to return to your job or a similar position, ensuring job security as you regain your health.
Our experienced team at Darwin F. Johnson, LLC is here to guide you through the claims process and ensure that your rights are protected every step of the way.
Types of Workplace Injuries Covered by Workers’ Compensation
Injuries can happen in any type of workplace, and they range from minor to severe. Common workplace injuries that may qualify for workers' compensation in Marietta include:
- Slips, Trips, and Falls: These types of accidents can happen in almost any environment, especially where floors are wet or cluttered. Falls from heights or falls due to faulty equipment are also common causes of injury.
- Construction Injuries: The construction industry is inherently dangerous. Workers may be injured by heavy machinery, falling objects, electrical hazards, or scaffolding accidents. Workers’ compensation is essential for those injured in construction accidents.
- Repetitive Stress Injuries (RSIs): Jobs that require repetitive motions, like typing or assembly line work, can lead to conditions such as carpal tunnel syndrome or tendinitis. These injuries can be slow to develop but may become debilitating over time.
- Back and Neck Injuries: Lifting heavy objects or improper ergonomics can lead to back, neck, and spinal injuries. These injuries often require long-term treatment, making workers' compensation vital for recovery.
- Workplace Illnesses and Diseases: Workers may be exposed to harmful chemicals, machinery, or environments that lead to long-term illnesses, such as respiratory diseases or cancers. Occupational diseases are covered under workers’ compensation as well.
- Motor Vehicle Accidents: For those in jobs that require driving, such as truck drivers or delivery personnel, accidents while driving for work can be covered under workers’ compensation.
- Mental Health and Stress Injuries: In some cases, workplace injuries may involve mental health conditions like anxiety, depression, or post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), which can also qualify for compensation under Georgia workers' compensation laws.
Workers' Compensation Benefits
If you are eligible for workers’ compensation in Marietta, you may be entitled to several types of benefits, depending on the nature of your injury:
- Medical Benefits: Coverage for medical treatments, including doctor visits, surgeries, physical therapy, medications, and hospital stays related to your work injury.
- Wage Replacement Benefits: If you’re unable to work due to your injury, you may receive partial wage replacement benefits, which are typically two-thirds of your average weekly wages.
- Permanent Partial Disability (PPD) Benefits: If your injury causes permanent damage, you may be entitled to compensation based on the degree of your disability.
- Vocational Rehabilitation: If you cannot return to your previous job, vocational rehabilitation benefits may be provided to help you retrain for another career.
- Death Benefits: If a worker dies due to a work-related injury or illness, their surviving family members may be entitled to compensation for funeral expenses and lost wages.
How to File a Workers’ Compensation Claim
In Georgia, it is important to follow the proper steps to file a workers' compensation claim:
- Report Your Injury: Notify your employer immediately after the injury occurs. Failure to report within 30 days could prevent you from receiving benefits.
- Seek Medical Attention: While your employer may have a list of approved doctors, you should seek immediate medical care. Your doctor’s diagnosis will help establish the extent of your injuries.
- File the Claim: After reporting the injury to your employer, they are responsible for submitting your claim to the workers' compensation insurance carrier. If they do not file the claim, you may need to take further action.
- Contact a Lawyer: A workers’ compensation lawyer can help you ensure that your claim is properly filed, monitor your progress, and help if you face delays or denials.
Why You Need a Marietta Workers’ Compensation Lawyer
When you've been injured at work, it can be difficult to focus on your recovery while dealing with the stress of insurance paperwork, medical bills, and legal requirements. Working with an experienced Marietta workers' compensation attorney like Darwin F. Johnson can ease the burden and help ensure your claim is handled properly.
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If you've been injured at work in Marietta, don’t try to navigate the workers' compensation process alone. The experienced team at Darwin F. Johnson is here to help you recover the compensation you deserve. We’ll handle the legal process while you focus on getting better.
Contact The Law Offices of Darwin F. Johnson, LLC today for a workers' comp lawyer near you at (470) 285-8246.
About Marietta, Georgia
With a population of about 61,000, Marietta is one of Atlanta’s largest suburbs, as well as the county seat of Cobb County. The community was originally built near the Cherokee town of Big Shanty in 1824 but was not legally recognized until 1834. Oakton House, built in 1838, is the oldest continuously occupied residence in Marietta. Marietta is home to the Marietta Gone with the Wind Museum, often known as “Scarlett on the Square.”
Today, Marietta is characterized by numerous natural resources along with cultural and historic assets. Visitors and residents have an exciting selection of local attractions, annual events, outdoor concerts, festivals, and recreational activities in Marietta with Glover Park and Marietta Square at the center of it all. Visitors to the square will discover a Broadway-style theater, museums, specialty shops, unique galleries, busy restaurants, and lively nightspots.
Over $250 Million Recovered. Over 10,000 Cases Handled.
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Why Should You Choose a Marietta Workers’ Compensation Attorney from The Law Offices of Darwin F. Johnson?
With businesses like YKK, Tip Top Poultry, Columbian International Chemicals, and many more, the city of Marietta—like most cities—will experience work-related accidents and illnesses. When that happens, having a highly-skilled Marietta workers’ compensation attorney from The Law Offices of Darwin F. Johnson by your side can truly make a difference. Attorney Darwin Johnson has been assisting Georgia residents that have been injured on the job for decades.
At The Law Offices of Darwin F. Johnson, we will fight for your rights following a work-related injury or illness, allowing you the time to heal without worrying about your benefits. We have helped more than 10,000 people obtain the benefits or settlement they were entitled to receive, securing more than $250 million. We have more than 150 positive Google Reviews, assisting those in the Atlanta metro area as well as Georgians across the state.
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.
How Do I File for Workers’ Compensation Following a Work-Related Injury or Illness?
You should always notify a supervisor of your workplace injury or illness as quickly as possible—although you have 30 days from the time the injury occurs, or the illness is discovered to do so. You will need to complete and file a WC-14 with the State Board of Workers’ Compensation, sending a copy of the form to your employer and their insurer. You can obtain Form WC-14 from the State Board of Workers’ Compensation website, or your employer should be able to provide you with the form. You have one year from the date of the reported injury to file your WC claim.
Once you file your claim, the insurer has 21 days to investigate the injury and file a report with the SBWC. You can also file a notice of claim yourself, requesting a hearing or mediation to determine benefits. If you are approved for benefits, you should receive notification from your employer’s insurer. If you disagree with those benefits, you can request a hearing from the SBWC. It is important that you obtain the medical treatments or rehabilitation services ordered by your physician in order to remain eligible for benefits. You must also return to work when your physician determines you are able, to remain eligible for benefits.
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How a Marietta Workers’ Compensation Attorney from The Law Offices of Darwin F. Johnson Can Help
At The Law Offices of Darwin F. Johnson, we truly believe in you. We will always go above and beyond for our clients, ensuring you get the medical treatments you need as well as the workers’ compensation benefits you deserve. We have the experience, skills, and knowledge necessary to aggressively fight for you; we never hesitate to go up against a huge insurer or employer on your behalf.
You are not alone in this—we can help! Contact The Law Offices of Darwin F. Johnson today.
FAQ's
Regarding Workers’ Compensation in Marietta, GA:
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Why can’t I see my own doctor following my work-related accident?There are numerous rules and regulations attached to Georgia’s workers’ compensation laws, including what doctors you are allowed to see. Most Georgia employers will have what is known as a panel of physicians, or a list of doctors approved by the SBWC. You must pick a doctor from this list. Having an attorney by your side from the start can be an invaluable resource as your attorney can help you pick a doctor for your injuries or illness. Your Marietta workers’ compensation attorney may be familiar with the doctors on the list, therefore, can steer you to the ones that are considered the best. If you see your personal physician immediately after your work accident, that’s okay. This is considered an emergency situation and workers’ comp will likely pay for those costs. If you continue seeing your personal physician, the costs are unlikely to be covered under WC. Further, if your personal physician takes you out of work, the insurer does not have to abide by that decision, therefore will not cover your medical expenses or lost wages. There is the outside chance that your personal physician is an authorized workers’ compensation provider, so be sure to ask whether he or she is on the authorized WC panel of physicians.
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Can temporary, part-time, or seasonal workers receive workers’ compensation benefits?Georgia is unlike many other states, in that its workers’ comp laws do not distinguish between full or part-time employees. There is also no timeframe on employment. This means that whether you are hired as a seasonal or temporary worker makes no difference as far as workers’ comp is concerned. As long as your employer has three or more employees—whether full-time, part-time, seasonal, or temporary—you are entitled to workers’ comp benefits (unless you are employed as a farm worker, domestic worker, railroad worker, federal employee, or are an independent contractor). If you are a temp worker, you should have a solid understanding of who your employer is. If you were placed in your job by a temp agency, then that temp agency could be responsible for your workers’ comp work accident with injuries.
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