3 Common Georgia Worker’s Compensation Issues

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by Lisa Callahan lisacallahan@murphylawyer.com

5/29/2011
James K. Murphy
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3 Common Georgia Worker’s Compensation Issues

When you seek Georgia Worker's Compensation benefits, you might encounter some issues in which your employer or insurance adjuster may try to reject your claim. Rather than assume that your employer or insurance adjuster is correct, you should consult with a Paulding County, Georgia, Workers' Compensation lawyer.

Common Workers' Compensation Issues

Some issues that a lawyer may be able to help resolve include:

Employee vs. independent contractor - Since independent contractors are not eligible for Georgia Workers' Compensation benefits, your employer may try to label you as an independent contractor. If you are actually an employee, your lawyer can help prove this fact.
Substitute work - If you refuse to accept a substitute position after you have suffered a workplace injury, your Georgia Workers' Compensation benefits could be suspended. Determining whether the substitute position is suitable can be complex.
Pay reduction - If your salary has been reduced because you have accepted a substitute position, you may be entitled to compensation based on lost wages.

Your Paulding County, Georgia Workers' Compensation lawyer can also help with other issues such as claims that don't involve an accident but do involve injuries such as carpal tunnel syndrome or organ damage related to chemicals. Your Georgia Worker's Compensation lawyer is a great resource for information on addressing issues with your claim.

When It's Time to Contact a Paulding County, Georgia Workers' Compensation Lawyer

At Murphy & Associates our Workers' Compensation lawyer team is ready to answer your questions about Workers' Compensation. We make it a point to provide useful, free information, so you can make an educated decision before you choose to hire us. If you have been injured and have questions about your accident or your potential workman's comp case, start by visiting our article library for relevant and helpful information regarding injuries and cases. You can watch our videos for information from and about James Murphy, or request our FREE books on what to do after an accident. Contact us today - 770-577-3020.

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At Murphy & Associates, LLC we provide free consultations for work related accidents and personal injury claims. If you have been injured on the job and have questions for a Atlanta Workers Comp Attorney you may be interested in the following helpful information and ways to contact us: