Affording a Good Workers Compensation Attorney
Many people want to hire a workers compensation attorney. But, they have several concerns about hiring an attorney: Will they have enough money? Does the attorney charge by the hour to work on their case? Will they have to pay up front costs when they hire an attorney? I understand people’s concerns that hiring an […]
Can Doctors Use Medical Marijuana for Pain Management?
Many states have legalized medical marijuana in recent years. Â Procon.org reports that over half of U.S. states have legalized marijuana for medical use to some extent. Georgia has not yet legalized marijuana for medical use. Â However, Georgia passed a law in 2015 which allows the use of cannabis oil in certain situations. Â Other states also […]
Workers Compensation Settlement Timelines
Many people ask me good questions about workers compensation settlements. Â Some of the common questions people ask me include the following: How long does it take a workers compensation case to settle? Does the time it takes to reach a settlement affect the amount of the settlement? If I wait too long to settle my […]
Uber Workers Compensation Injuries
Uber and Lyft have grown into billion dollar companies in a relatively short time.  Uber employs over 1 million drivers, and Lyft has over 100,000. Some Uber drivers suffer injuries in car wrecks.  Others may suffer an injury loading or unloading a customers luggage.  So, what happens when Uber and Lyft drivers suffer workers compensation injuries? […]
Do Safety Rule Violations Bar Workers Compensation Benefits?
Many employer have safety rules they require employers to follow. Â Sometimes, the employer has a manual that spells out the rules. Â Other times, your employer just gives you instructions in writing. If you suffer an injury at work, your employer may try to claim that violating a safety rule caused your injury. Â Can you still […]
Requesting a Workers Compensation Hearing
Unfortunately, insurance companies often do not pay the workers’ compensation benefits they should. Â To get the benefits you deserve, you may have to request a workers compensation hearing. Â This article discusses how you can request a hearing and gives some insight into what happens between the time you request a hearing and when you go […]
Do Workers Compensation Injuries Cause Herniated Discs?
Workers’ compensation back and neck injuries often cause herniated discs. Â Many people have difficulty getting medical treatment or other workers compensation benefits for these injuries. This article provides information about a few different workers compensation issues for herniated discs: Common reasons workers compensation insurance companies deny claims for herniated discs Common medical treatments covered by […]
How Dangerous Is Workers Compensation Pain Medication?
Injuries cause pain. Â Each one of us has experienced this. Â Usually, we experience minor injuries and the pain goes away quickly. Â The only pain medication we take is ibuprofen or acetaminophen. Unfortunately, many workers’ compensation injuries cause pain that is more severe and lasts longer. Â When doctors treat these injuries, they often recommend prescription strength […]
Do Armed Robberies Cause PTSD?
Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) affects millions of Americans. Â Many veterans suffer from it as a result of their service to our country. Â Many of our countries first responders suffer from it as well as a result of trauma encountered on the job. Of course, work-related PTSD is not limited to first responders. Â Many people experience […]
Opioid Treatment and Addiction after a Work Injury
Doctors often prescribe opioids to treat pain after a workers’ compensation injury. Â Doctors prescribe opioids because they can provide very good pain relief. Many people are familiar with the names of different opioid medications. Some of the most common ones include: Oxycontin Percocet Lorcet Demerol Norco Vicodin While these medications provide pain relief, it is […]
