J. Lee & Associates(770) 609-9396
REGARDLESS OF YOUR IMMIGRATION STATUS
Were You Injured at Work?You Have the Right to Compensation.
- All workers in Georgia have the right to compensation, regardless of immigration status
- 100% coverage of medical expenses
- Compensation for lost wages (2/3 of your weekly salary)
- You pay nothing to the attorney unless we win
Common Workplace Injuries
Falls from heights (construction, roofs, scaffolding)
Back and spine injuries (heavy lifting)
Machinery and equipment injuries
Work vehicle accidents
Burns and chemical exposure
Repetitive motion injuries
Restaurant and kitchen accidents
Processing plant injuries
Steps After a Workplace Injury
1
Report Your Injury
Notify your employer within 30 days (O.C.G.A. § 34-9-80). Do it in writing.
2
Seek Medical Attention
Go to the doctor authorized by your employer. Document everything.
3
Call an Attorney
Don't sign anything from insurance without consulting first. Insurance companies try to minimize your case.
Your Employer Has Insurance. Use It.
Don't be afraid to claim what you deserve. It's your right.