Savannah, Georgia Workers’ Compensation Law Blog

Some people who have an injury or illness that makes them unable to return to work qualify for long-term disability under workers' comp. You will need to look into the eligibility requirements in your locale and apply to know for certain if you qualify. In Georgia,...

Many people who work in Georgia and other coastal states are employed in the maritime industry. The Longshore and Harbor Workers' Compensation Act, or LHWCA, is a federal law that provides medical and other benefits to maritime workers. Understanding what these...

Shipyards in Georgia remain busy hubs of activity. Workers might perform many jobs ranging from loading to welding to repairs. The physical nature of the worksite could create some concerns. Namely, people may fear the risk of injury. Knowing what common shipyard...

Injuries in the workplace are always a risk for workers in Georgia. But employees in some professions know they face a greater risk of injury than people working at other jobs. The manufacturing industry definitely experiences its share of injuries. The good news for...

Almost 33% of employees in a recent survey admitted that they slept less than five hours on a typical workday. Meanwhile, doctors recommend that adults get between seven and nine hours daily. Lack of sleep can cause many injuries in the workplace. Each fatigued...

In Georgia, most workers can file for workers' compensation in case of workplace injuries. However, some of these claims include the possibility of pre-existing conditions. A pre-existing condition is defined as a health problem that you had before applying for...

Maritime employment is one of the most dangerous jobs for coastline Georgia workers and others across the globe. Workers are injured regularly on a wide scale ranging from discreet accidents on rigs and boats to complete disasters at sea. Injuries are often very...

Nurses face a variety of hazards at work, including exposure to sharp objects and pathogens. In addition, they may also be at risk of getting hurt while interacting with patients. However, there are a variety of steps that Georgia nurses can take to minimize their...

Contractors in Georgia and elsewhere are generally required to make construction sites as safe as possible for their workers. However, there are steps that you can take to minimize the risk of getting hurt on the job. Those steps include wearing a hard hat and...

Workplace accidents in Georgia and around the country cause about 20,000 eye injuries each year according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics. Eye injuries range from straightforward strains that cause no long-term damage to severe trauma that can result in permanent...