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Blog: Workers’ Compensation
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March 3, 2026
Atlanta, Georgia Workers’ Comp Attorneys – Injuries and Returning to Work
When you have experienced an injury at work, you likely have a lot of concerns going through your mind. In addition to...
July 19, 2024
Returning to Work After Injuries
When a worker suffers an injury at work, he or she may likely have many concerns regarding the effects that the injury...
April 28, 2024
Workers’ Compensation Frequently Asked Questions
Do you have questions about workers’ compensation in Georgia? Van Sant Law has compiled this list of workers' comp FAQs to help...
April 11, 2023
Determining Your Workers’ Compensation Settlement in Georgia
Because you don’t have to prove employer negligence in Georgia workers’ compensation cases, you may think that securing benefits will be easy...
November 10, 2022
Georgia Workers’ Compensation Benefits Guide
You may be sure that you are owed workers’ comp in the wake of an on-the-job injury, but how do you know...
October 23, 2022
Know Your Rights as an Injured Worker Under Georgia Law
Did you know that Georgia’s workers’ compensation laws outlines nine basic rights of all injured workers? Or that employees have 12 specific...
September 10, 2021
The Georgia Workers’ Compensation Claims Process
Too many injured workers in Georgia assume that their workers’ comp benefits will appear on their own after an on-the-job injury. This...
July 16, 2019
These Common OSHA Violations Put Georgia Workers at Risk
When Congress passed the Occupational Safety and Health Act of 1970, it created the Occupational Safety and Health Administration, also known as...
June 30, 2019
Extreme Heat Puts Georgia Employees at Risk for Heat-Related Injuries
Construction workers, firefighters, factory workers, landscapers, bakers, HVAC workers, miners, and other employees who work outdoors or in extreme heat environments are...
May 15, 2019
Drivers—Not GPS Manufacturers—Are Responsible When Bad Directions Lead to Accidents
As more people rely on GPS navigation while driving, accidents and injuries involving this technology are becoming common.Though GPS often helps drivers...
May 13, 2019
A Recorded Statement to an Insurance Adjuster Can Hurt Your Car Accident Case
After a car crash, it’s standard practice for an adjuster from the at-fault party’s insurance company to contact victims to ask for...
April 7, 2019
Seeking Workers’ Comp for an On-the-Job Fall Injury
Falls—whether on the same level or from a height—are leading causes of workplace injuries, disabilities, and deaths in the United States. In...
March 20, 2019
Financially Troubled Companies at Greater Risk of Atlanta Work Injury
If you are an employee at a company that is facing financial problems, you could face a greater risk of getting hurt...
March 20, 2019
Failing to Document Atlanta Work Injuries Can Jeopardize Workers’ Comp Claims
Immediately after experiencing an accident at work, you need to go to a doctor and have a comprehensive medical exam. It is...
March 20, 2019
Employers Who Increase Atlanta Work Injury Risks Could Face 80 Percent Fine Increase
When regulations promulgated by the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) are violated, the risk of Atlanta work injuries is significantly higher....
March 20, 2019
Employers Face Serious Consequences for Retaliation Against Injured Workers
Employees who sustain on-the-job injuries should feel comfortable reporting those injuries and seeking workers’ compensation benefits. Workers should not ever need to...
March 20, 2019
Top 3 Industries for Atlanta Workplace Hearing Loss
Occupational hearing loss can be devastating, but unfortunately, it is far too common. Some workers are much more vulnerable to suffering the...
March 19, 2019
OSHA Proposes New Rule Addressing Certification for Crane Operators
The construction industry is one of the most dangerous industries to work in, and accidents on construction sites can affect not just...
March 19, 2019
OSHA To Face Audits on Whether it Is Protecting Workers from Injury On-the-Job
Employers are expected to comply with myriad federal regulations regarding the safety of workplaces. The Occupational Safety and Health Act created an...
March 19, 2019
OSHA Trends Can Impact Atlanta Worker Safety
Actions taken by the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) can have a profound impact on the safety of workers. When OSHA...
March 19, 2019
OSHA’S New Rules Could Help Prevent Atlanta Work Injuries
The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) is tasked with preventing injuries to workers. Unfortunately, as our recent blog on preventing fatal...
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