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Georgia Worker’s Compensation Attorneys Discuss Electrocution and Burn Injuries

Georgia Worker’s Compensation Attorneys Discuss Electrocution and Burn Injuries

According to the Occupational Safety & Health Administrationand the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health, electrocutions are a leading cause of worker deaths, accounting for about 71 deaths in the construction industry alone and an average of 411 deaths in all industries each year. Employees whose jobs place them in proximity to electrical sources are at high risk of electrocution and electrical related injuries.

Atlanta Fire Engine Accident Highlights the Dangers Faced by Firefighters

Atlanta Fire Engine Accident Highlights the Dangers Faced by Firefighters

Recently, a fire engine accident in Atlanta seriously injured one brave firefighter. The fire engine was traveling with four firefighters inside. The driver suddenly left the roadway and struck a tree. The impact was so strong that it crumpled the cab and injured all four firefighters aboard. The most severely injured individual landed in the intensive care unit where he is still fighting to recover fully from his extensive injuries.

Catastrophic Workplace Injuries, Lawsuits and Settlements in Georgia

Catastrophic Workplace Injuries, Lawsuits and Settlements in Georgia

Catastrophic injuries are some of the most serious injuries that can occur in the workplace. These injuries will often happen suddenly and unexpectedly, but their impact continues for a lifetime. In Georgia, workers who suffer catastrophic injuries while on the job may be eligible to receive long-term or lifetime benefits due to the continuing nature of these injuries. However, catastrophic injury sufferers are often faced with denied or minimized claims because the insurer will fight to avoid a lifetime award of damages.

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