In Georgia, dealing with the aftermath of a workplace injury can quickly become overwhelming. At Lawson Personal Injury Attorneys, we understand the physical, financial, and emotional challenges you’re facing. As your trusted Georgia workers’ compensation attorneys, we’re ready to lace up our gloves and fight for the benefits you deserve.

If you choose us to represent you, we’ll handle your claim with unmatched dedication, skill, and compassion. We've recovered millions of dollars for our clients—let us go to work for you.

Call (678) 446-3655 or contact our Georgia law office today to schedule your free consultation.

How Lawson Personal Injury Attorneys Can Help With Your Workers’ Compensation Claim in Georgia

Navigating Georgia’s workers’ compensation system requires not just knowledge of the law—but dedication to your recovery. When you hire Lawson Personal Injury Attorneys, your case will be handled directly by experienced attorneys—not passed to a “junior associate.”

Founding attorney Yari D. Lawson, honored by The National Trial Lawyers Top 100 and National Black Lawyers Top 100, leads your case with over 18 years of experience.

We will help you by:

• Conducting a comprehensive investigation of your work-related injury
• Advising you on legal pitfalls that could harm your claim
• Identifying and investigating third-party liability where applicable
• Handling all negotiations with insurance companies
• Preparing and litigating your case if trial becomes necessary
• Evaluating potential settlements to ensure they reflect your best interests

When you work with Lawson Personal Injury Attorneys, you’re more than a case file—you become part of our mission and our legal family.

How Common Are Work-Related Accidents in Georgia?

According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, over 2.8 million workplace injuries occurred in the U.S. in 2022. In Georgia, 209 workers suffered fatal on-the-job injuries that year alone.

These statistics highlight how common—and often preventable—workplace injuries truly are.

What Is My Work-Related Injury Claim Worth?

Each case is unique, but some of the factors that influence your claim’s value include:

• The severity and long-term impact of your injury
• Your current and future wage loss
• The nature of your job and duties
• Whether third-party negligence was involved
• The type and duration of medical treatment required

While workers’ compensation benefits are typically limited, third-party lawsuits may allow for additional recovery, including non-economic damages like pain and suffering.

What Types of Workers’ Compensation Benefits Are Available in Georgia?

Georgia workers’ comp provides:

• Two-thirds of your weekly wages, capped at $800 per week (as of July 2023)
• 100% of approved medical care, from pre-approved providers
• Disability benefits: temporary or permanent, total or partial
• Death benefits for surviving family members

You cannot sue your employer in most cases, but you can file a personal injury claim against any third-party who contributed to your accident (such as a subcontractor, manufacturer, or property owner).

How Much Does It Cost To Hire a Georgia Workers’ Compensation Lawyer?

At Lawson Personal Injury Attorneys, we work on a contingency fee basis. You:

• Pay nothing upfront
• Owe nothing unless we win
• Pay a maximum of 25% of your awarded benefits, per Georgia law

If we don’t win, you don’t pay. That’s our guarantee.

Can I Still Recover Compensation if I’m Being Blamed?

Yes. Workers’ compensation is a no-fault system, meaning you’re typically entitled to benefits even if you caused the accident—unless you were intoxicated or engaged in willful misconduct.

In third-party lawsuits, fault does matter. Georgia’s modified comparative negligence rule allows recovery if you’re less than 50% at fault. If you are found 30% at fault, your compensation will be reduced by 30%.

Our attorneys will fight to minimize any blame assigned to you and protect your full recovery.

We Fight for Clients With All Types of Work-Related Injuries

Common workplace injuries include:

• Broken bones
• Repetitive stress injuries (e.g., carpal tunnel)
• Brain and spinal cord injuries
• Electrocution
• Burns
• Lacerations
• Back and neck injuries
• Traumatic brain injuries (TBI)
• Paralysis and catastrophic injuries

We’re here to ensure your injuries are fully documented and aggressively pursued for compensation.

What Causes Most Work-Related Accidents?

The most common causes of workplace injuries include:

• Slips, trips, and falls
• Overexertion and repetitive motion
• Vehicle accidents
• Chemical and toxin exposure
• Electrocution
• Extreme temperature exposure
• Loud noise or vibration injuries
• Pathogen exposure and oxygen deficiency
• Faulty equipment or poor maintenance

Our firm conducts full investigations to determine liability and prevent you from being shortchanged.

How Long Do I Have to File a Workers’ Compensation or Injury Lawsuit?

• Workers’ compensation:

  • You must report the injury to your employer within 30 days
  • You must file your claim within 1 year of the injury date
• Third-party personal injury lawsuits:

  • You have 2 years from the date of injury
  • For wrongful death cases, the statute runs 2 years from the date of death

Act quickly. Missing these deadlines can bar you from recovering any compensation.

Contact a Georgia Workers’ Compensation Lawyer for a Free Consultation

Workplace injuries can affect every part of your life. At Lawson Personal Injury Attorneys, we’re ready to take on your employer and their insurance company so you can focus on healing.