Can I be fired for asking for workers comp after I was seriously injured and then denied?

In Georgia, the Employer has a lot of leverage in terminatiing your employment. There is no specific remedy under the workers' compensation law...

We really need more facts to determine the value of the claim. There are many factors that go into a favorable settlement such as your average...

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

That is legal requirement after it has been approved by the Board. Many insurers try to pay before to avoid the 20% penalty if they miss the 20 day...

Sue AT&T for injury that happened in 1999?

Potentially. You may be barred by the statute of limitations. However, if you returned to work for AT&T, you may have a new claim. Depending on...

You will need to execute the settlement documents and they must be approved by the State Board. Generally, the case should be done.

Generally, yes however it is very fact specific. Contact a lawyer to assist.

I need help. I hurt myself at my job and I feel like I'm not getting the proper treatment with their doctor.

I recommend you contact an attorney to help you. You need specialized care and some expertise on selecting the right one as it can make all the...

Do I need an attorney?

We need more facts to answer accurately. Feel free to call my firm or any of the AVVO lawyers who handles workers' comp claims in GA. Our firm...

You might be able to get a second opinion under certain circumstances. Also, you may be able to change doctors. See,...

I have a workmen comp case and have been diagnosed with a torn rotator cuff in two places right alarm...

Settlement is a very personal choice and involves a lot of different factors. I recommend you seek out a qualified attorney to help you go through...