You seek counsel and file a hearing request to put the case into litigation. If the incident at work aggravated the back, it's work-related, but...

Cases that never end in settlement

You need a change in physicians asap.

Read OCGA 34-9-202e; if you got weekly disability checks from workers' comp, you may be able to get another opinion (and have the insurer pay for...

Can the doctor really do this without repercussion ? Is the information from my attorney accurate?

I'd trust your attorney over folks who might chime in here from other states or who practice in other areas of the law. That said, nurse case...

You can't get your PPD rating until your weekly TTD runs out. If you're getting TTD now, and there's no light duty for the employer to offer you,...

Why would the company fire me the day after our deposition?

I assume if you were deposed that you are represented, so to speak with your attorney about this. In Georgia, you can be fired at any time for no...

Can my employer make me use my PTO or not get paid for time missed from work for WC Doctors appointments ?

If you're on light duty, you may be able to get temporary partial disability benefits (TPD) to help make up the difference in pre-injury wages and...

It's more than formulas, but if you want to see your PPD pay, look at OCGA 34-9-263. For the cost of medical bills, buy a GA Workers' Compensation...

Is there an attorney out there that can help me with my WC case? I work for AAFES on Fort Stewart, I am told this is Federal.

For federal cases, I refer to Harris Federal firm in KY. https://www.federaldisability.com/

Can a lawyer settle your worker comp without having a impairment rating evaluation?

yes and yes. if the attorney has much experience in workers' comp, he/she can give a good estimate based on past experience with similar injuries...