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Georgia Supreme Court Overrules 85-Year-Old Workers’ Compensation Precedent

Workers’ compensation requires Georgia employers to pay medical and wage replacement benefits to employees injured “in the course of” employment. This includes not only injuries that occur while actively working, but also during times “incidental” to a job, such as entering or exiting the employer’s premises. However, employers are not…

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Court of Appeals: Contractor Not Liable for Subcontractor’s Employee’s Fall From Ladder

When it comes to personal injury claims, you should never make assumptions. For instance, even if you believe an accident was the result of a faulty piece of equipment, you still need to prove it in court. Do not assume the judge (or jury) will just take your word for…

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11th Circuit Revives Disabled Truck Driver’s Lawsuit Over Forklift Operator’s Alleged Negligence

You probably know that if you are injured on the job, workers’ compensation covers your employer’s liability for the accident. Workers’ compensation does not apply to third-party liability, however. In other words, if your work-related accident was caused by someone other than your employer (or someone working for your employer),…

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