Macon Workers’ Compensation Lawyers
If you were injured while working in Georgia, you are generally entitled to workers' compensation benefits regardless of fault. These benefits cover medical expenses, a portion of your lost wages, and compensation for permanent impairment. However, Georgia's workers' compensation system is complex, and insurance carriers routinely deny valid claims or undervalue injuries.
Kenneth S. Nugent, P.C. helps injured workers in Macon and throughout Middle Georgia navigate the workers' compensation system and, where applicable, pursue third-party liability claims against negligent parties other than your employer — which can result in significantly greater compensation.
Georgia Workers’ Compensation Benefits You May Be Owed
- Medical treatment with authorized physicians at no cost to you
- Temporary Total Disability (TTD) wage benefits equal to two-thirds of your average weekly wage
- Temporary Partial Disability (TPD) benefits if you can work in a limited capacity
- Permanent Partial Disability (PPD) benefits for lasting impairments
- Vocational rehabilitation if you cannot return to your previous job
- Death benefits for surviving family members when a work accident is fatal
Georgia's Workers' Compensation Act governs the rights of employees injured on the job. Employers with three or more employees are required to carry workers' compensation insurance. Failure to report an injury within 30 days may affect your claim, making prompt action essential.