Can I still get my benefits if the ER doctor took me off work.My job did not have a Panel for me until 4 weeks later?

You need an attorney to file a workers’ comp claim for you. You probably need to file a hearing request, as they’re not gonna pay attention to an...

Do I have to go if it not the case worker sending me .

Sounds unreasonable. If it’s a defense medical exam under OCGA 34-9-202a, they have to give more notice than that. I’d try and postpone this visit...

Normally takes about a week, but they have 20 days to pay you without a penalty.

You need to get an attorney who will stand up for you. Otherwise, you’re about to get screwed.

Once your settlement is approved by the state board do it really take twenty days to get your check

Yes they must pay within 20 days or face a 20% late penalty.

Sue AT&T for injury that happened in 1999?

No, you're never "owed" a settlement from anyone, as settling your claim can't be forced or compelled; it's a voluntary decision by both parties. ...

Can someone fire you for fear of you exercising your legal rights?

Yes. GA is a "right to hire / right to fire" state.

Am I entitled to a settlement or must I sue?

Neither. They may settle or may not. You probably can't "sue," but would just file a workers' comp claim and/or hearing request if they are not...

You should talk to your attorney about this, but there's no way to tell, since mediations fail sometimes. If y'all agree on a figure, everyone...

Yes, but it's somewhat complicated. There's a Board form to fill out that allows you to list debts and income sources to file with the State Board...