In The Georgia Workers' Compensation System, A Catastrophic Designation Means More Help To You & Your Family

Only the most serious injuries under Georgia Workers' Compensation Law are classified as catastrophic. Our office has handled numerous catastrophic injury cases. If your injury is deemed catastrophic you will be eligible to receive lifetime income benefits and vocational rehabilitation services. Also, you may be eligible for other rehabilitation services such as housing modifications, vehicle modifications, and assistance with daily living chores. While typically catastrophic injuries involve brain injuries, spinal cord injuries, burns, head injuries, and paralysis, you may have a catastrophic claim by virtue of other serious injuries that force you out of work.

Insurance Companies Often Fight To Keep Your Claim From Being Designated Catastrophic—Choose A Law Firm With Experience & Resources

If you are trying to have your claim designated catastrophic, many steps must be taken. Expert witnesses must be hired. Doctors must be questions and deposed. Witnesses must be called to your workers' compensation hearing. Our policy is to advance all necessary litigation expenses. We know how hard it is to live on what workers' compensation pays per week. We are here to help you and your family.

If you would like to find out more about whether or not your Georgia Workers' Compensation claim is catastrophic please contact our office immediately for a free, no obligation, and confidential legal consultation.