- June 8, 2025
- Attorney David Mann
- Workers' Compensation
Imagine this scenario: You are working hard on a construction site when you are struck by a falling board. You are rushed to the hospital, where you are told that you have a traumatic brain injury (TBI). You begin to worry how you will financially support your family while you recover. Since your injury occurred at work, you should be entitled to workers’ comp benefits. You soon realize you should speak to a workers’ comp lawyer.
A workers’ comp lawyer can help you obtain workers’ comp benefits by assisting in the claims process and being an advocate for you and your family. But there is much more.
Understanding Workers’ Compensation Claims
In general terms, there are five major steps to filing a workers’ compensation claim:
- Report the injury – You must tell your employer about the injury as soon as possible after the accident. Georgia law states you must report your injury to your employer (or supervisor) within 30 days of the accident.
- Seek medical treatment – You should see a doctor right away, even if you think your injuries are not serious. You may have to see a physician who is pre-approved by your employer.
- Your employer’s role – Your employer must provide you with the proper forms to fill out in order to submit your claim. Your employer will also notify their workers’ comp insurance company about the accident.
- File your claim – You or your employer will file a claim with the insurance company or the workers’ compensation board.
- Claim review and decision – The insurance company will notify you of their decision on your claim. If they deny the claim, you do have the right to appeal the decision.
Remember that insurance companies are in the business of making money and have to answer to their shareholders. They will do whatever it takes to deny a claim or pay less than they are worth. Your workers’ comp lawyer will deal with the insurance company directly, so you don’t have to.
Core Duties of a Workers’ Comp Lawyer
A knowledgeable and experienced workers’ comp lawyer can have a big impact on your workers’ comp claim. Specifically, a workers’ comp lawyer will help with:
- Case Evaluation and Consultation – During your initial consultation, your lawyer will ask you about the specifics of your injuries and evaluate the evidence and documentation of your case. Based on that, a workers’ comp lawyer can give you their professional opinion on how your claim will play out.
- Navigating the Legal Process – Legal procedures can be very complex. A workers’ comp lawyer will know when to file documents so they meet court and legal deadlines. Lawyers also will also speak to the insurance companies and know what to say and what not to say.
- Representing Clients in Hearings and Appeals – If your insurance company denies your claim, a workers’ comp lawyer can represent you in front of the workers’ compensation board or in a court of law if your claim gets that far.
- Negotiating Settlements – Lawyers know how much injury claims are worth and will negotiate with the insurance companies to make sure their clients get fair workers’ comp settlements to pay for lost wages, medical expenses, and future care.
Specific Services Provided by Workers’ Compensation Attorneys
Besides those discussed above, there are specific services workers’ compensation lawyers provide to clients.
- Investigating Accidents – Workers’ comp lawyers may need to prove that your injuries occurred while at work and while performing your duties. To accomplish this, they will gather evidence and interview witnesses
- Securing Medical Evidence – To prove you suffered an injury at work, your attorney will make sure you see the right doctors for treatment. Documentation from those appointments can be crucial medical evidence to get your workers’ comp claim approved.
- Protecting Clients’ Rights – A lawyer’s main priority is to protect their clients’ rights. Your workers’ comp lawyer will fight against employer retaliation to ensure your rights are not violated.
- Explaining Jargon – Legal and medical jargon can be difficult for the average person to understand. Lawyers can help explain these terms to clients.
When to Hire a Workers’ Comp Lawyer
Workers’ comp claims can be complex, and their outcome is important to your family’s future. It is important to get legal representation soon after you are injured, before you file a claim. A workers’ compensation lawyer will put your needs first in any situation, but they are indispensable if your claim has been denied or is in dispute, or if you have suffered severe injuries.
Call The Workers’ Comp Lawyers at the Mann Law Firm Today
As we have discussed, a workers’ comp lawyer can make the difference between getting the benefits you deserve or being denied compensation. An experienced workers’ comp lawyer understands the legal process, knows how and when to file documents, and can negotiate with the insurance companies to make sure you get a fair settlement. Workers’ compensation cases are complex and having an expert by your side can ease not only the process, but also your anxiety.
If you have been injured at work, call the Mann Law Firm today for a free consultation. We will be there for you every step of the way. We truly care for our clients and understand your frustrations and anxieties, so call us at (478) 742-3381 for an appointment. At the Mann Law Firm, you always come first.
Attorney David Mann
Before leading his own firm, Mann served for several years as in-house defense counsel for a large insurance company, which gives him unique insight into how insurance companies work. He uses this critical knowledge as an advantage for his clients. He is a tough negotiator and litigator, and he is exceptionally strategic in building cases on behalf of personal injury victims.[ Attorney Bio ]
