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Hairline Fracture Symptoms After a Car Crash
During a car accident, the body is subjected to a tremendous amount of force. In the blink of an eye, your bones and internal organs suffer strain and damage. A strong enough impact can cause bones to crack or bruise. Sometimes these cracks are small. This type of bodily injury is known as a hairline…
Read More »Workers’ Compensation and Permanent Partial Disability Benefits Explained by a Lawyer
Under Georgia’s Workers’ Compensation Act, there are three types of permanent partial disability (PPD) benefits: Loss of a specific scheduled member (e.g., the worker loses a thumb); Loss of use of a specific scheduled member (e.g., the worker’s thumb is crushed and it is essentially non-functioning); or an impairment to the body as a…
Read More »Is Georgia one of the worst states in the country for pedestrian safety?
Pedestrians are the most susceptible to severe injuries and fatalities caused by negligent drivers. Unlike motorists, they don't have the protection of airbags and seat belts. And compared to many motorcyclists and bicyclists, they're not equipped with helmets and other protective gear. Where does Georgia stand when it comes to pedestrian safety? The bad…
Read More »How can I obtain financial support during COVID-19?
All of us have been affected in some way by the current health crisis, but those who have lost their jobs are struggling the most. If you’re wondering how you will make ends meet here in the state of Georgia, I’d like to quickly share some information that will hopefully help you navigate these difficult…
Read More »Workers’ Compensation and Medical Benefits Explained by a Lawyer
One of the mainstays of workers’ compensation insurance is that there will be timely, reliable medical care available for injured workers. According to the Workers’ Compensation Act, the employer/insurer are required to furnish the employee: “...such medical, surgical, and hospital care and other treatment, items, and services which are prescribed by a licensed physician, including…
Read More »Workers’ Compensation and Wage Benefits Explained by a Lawyer
Under Georgia’s workers’ compensation system, there are three types of benefits an injured worker may be eligible to receive. These are: Indemnity Benefits (wage benefits); Medical Benefits; and Permanent Partial Disability Benefits (PPD). Too many times, people assume that you are also able to receive money for pain and suffering and emotional suffering — benefits…
Read More »What should I do if I was severely injured in a car wreck?
You may already be aware of the standard protocol after a car wreck: survey the crash scene, check on all parties involved, and call 911 if someone sustains a serious injury. Then, exchange insurance information with the other driver, call the police, take pictures of the crash scene, and speak to witness. You may then…
Read More »Gary Martin Hays & Associates Move Atlanta Office to Historic Ponce Condominium
The Law Offices of Gary Martin Hays & Associates is pleased to announce they have moved their Atlanta office a few blocks west to Ponce de Leon Avenue. The new address is located at: 75 Ponce de Leon Ave NE, Suite 101, Atlanta, GA 30308. “The move will make it that much easier to serve…
Read More »What You Should Do If You're in a Car Accident While Pregnant
Getting into a wreck while pregnant is a worst-case scenario for many expectant mothers. You not only have to worry about your own health but also the health and well-being of your unborn child. Even if you are involved in a small fender-bender during your first trimester and don’t feel hurt, it is vital you…
Read More »Workers’ Compensation: We Understand This Is the Rest of Your Life
Ryan filed for workers’ compensation since he wasn’t able to work due to his injuries. He thought his employer and the business’s insurance company would be sympathetic to what he was going through. Then he realized they wanted nothing to do with him. “The only thing they want you to do is to go away…
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