What to do when you are injured at work?

When you are injured at work, you need to immediately take several steps.  The first is to notify your immediate supervisor that you were injured on the job and the severity of the injury.  If the injury prevents you from working, tell the supervisor this.  If you need immediate medical care, request it immediately.  Ask for the panel (list) of physicians who are approved by the workers compensation insurance company.  Usually you have the right to choose from the list.

Call a lawyer who practices Workers Compensation law.  After an injury, you will often be asked questions which may affect the outcome of your case.  You need competent legal help to guide you through this process.  Remember, most workers compensation insurance companies have teams of defense lawyers available to guide them with a simple call.  You need a lawyer in your corner of the ring to guide you and fight for you if necessary.

This blog content is based on the law of Georgia.  It is not meant to give legal advice to your specific situation and does not create relationship of attorney client with the benefits of the attorney client privileges.  You should consult an attorney in your state about specific workers compensation issues.  This blog is meant to increase your awareness and legal understanding of these concepts.

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