Injured at Work? Augusta’s Premier Workers’ Compensation Lawyer Can Help

Workplace injuries can turn your life upside down, leaving you with medical bills, lost wages, and uncertainty about your future. While Georgia law requires most employers to provide workers’ compensation coverage, securing the benefits you deserve isn’t always easy. Employers and insurance companies may challenge or deny claims, making it difficult for injured workers to get the support they need.

Located in Augusta, attorney Jeffrey S. Bowman has been a relentless advocate for injured workers for more than 30 years. With extensive experience in workers’ compensation law, I fight to ensure my clients receive full and fair compensation while countering insurance companies’ tactics designed to minimize payouts.

Experienced Attorney Securing Benefits for Injured Workers

When you suffer a workplace injury or illness, the first step is to report it to your employer as soon as possible. Failure to do so within 30 days can jeopardize your claim. In Georgia, workers’ compensation benefits include:

• Medical expenses – All reasonable medical costs, including doctor visits, hospital stays, medications, and even transportation to and from appointments, are covered under the workers’ compensation system.
• Lost wages – If your injury prevents you from working, you may be entitled to receive two-thirds of your average weekly wage, up to the state’s maximum benefit amount of $675 per week.
• Rehabilitation costs – If you require physical therapy, occupational therapy, or other rehabilitation services, these expenses are also covered.
• Dependent death benefits – If a workplace accident results in a fatality, the worker’s family may receive up to $7,500 for funeral expenses and ongoing financial support similar to total disability wage replacement.

While workers’ compensation does not provide compensation for pain and suffering, you may have additional legal options. If a third party’s negligence contributed to your injury – such as a defective machine or a work-related vehicle accident – you may be able to file a separate personal injury lawsuit for further compensation. work).

Fighting for Total and Partial Disability Benefits

Workers’ compensation benefits cover both total and partial disabilities, depending on the extent of the worker’s injury. If a worker reaches maximum medical improvement (MMI) and still cannot perform certain job functions, they may qualify for permanent disability benefits. These benefits can be paid in periodic installments or as a lump sum. My firm also handles Social Security Disability claims for individuals whose injuries prevent them from returning to work for at least 12 months.

Skilled Legal Advocate for Appeals and Denied Claims

Unfortunately, not all workers’ compensation claims are approved right away. Employers and insurance companies frequently dispute claims, arguing that an injury did not occur at work or that the medical condition is not valid. If your claim has been denied, I will fight aggressively on your behalf. I represent clients in mediation and appeal hearings before the Georgia State Board of Workers’ Compensation. In many cases, the pressure of a strong appeal can lead insurers to offer a favorable settlement. If necessary, I will take your case to court to pursue the benefits you are legally entitled to.

If you or a loved one has been injured at work, don’t wait to take action. Contact my office today for a consultation and let me fight to secure your future.