Atlanta, GA -- (SBWIRE) -- 07/16/2015 -- When an individual is injured on the job and cannot return to their normal duties, they must apply for worker's compensation in order to pay for medical bills and make up for the time that they cannot earn money due to the nature of the injury. However, this process can be complicated and, often, those seeking worker's compensation in Georgia have many questions. Darwin F. Johnson, head partner of the Law Offices of Darwin F. Johnson, provides answers to those important questions surrounding worker's compensation in Georgia.
Often, those seeking worker's compensation ask whether or not legal representation is even necessary during the process. Darwin F. Johnson advises potential clientele that insurance companies and their claims adjusters pay nearly no attention to individuals lacking legal representation. He advises clientele that a worker's compensation attorney is fighting for their client's best interests, while an insurance company's claims adjuster will focus on the best interests of their employer, the insurance company. Darwin F. Johnson warns individuals to not be taken advantage of by insurance companies when it comes to their worker's compensation.
Individuals seeking worker's compensation often ask about the amount of money they should expect to receive from an injury claim against their employer. Darwin F. Johnson advises that the size of a settlement has many factors, including the severity of the injury, the amount of work that will need to be missed, and how much medical bills may cost in the future. Only after a full consultation can compensation estimates be made. Individuals also inquire as to how long they will have to wait for their settlement to arrive after being awarded. Darwin F. Johnson notes that this is different for every case, depending on how long medical diagnostics take and the severity of the injury.
Many individuals also ask whether or not they can be terminated from their job for filing a worker's compensation claim. Darwin F. Johnson advises that Georgia is a "right to work" state, meaning that employers can terminate employees at any time, for any reason unless there's a contract stating otherwise. Typically, businesses are hesitant to terminate injured employees. However, even if they do terminate an injured employee, that employee can still pursue compensation from their former employer.
Those interested in strategic worker's compensation defense and aggressive legal representation from Darwin F. Johnson are urged to contact him immediately. Reach his law offices throughout Georgia by phone at 404-692-6482 for a complimentary consultation and case evaluation. Darwin F. Johnson can also be reached by e-mail at djohnson@gaworkerscomplawyers.com.
About The Law Offices of Darwin F. Johnson
The Law Offices of Darwin F. Johnson provide legal defense for individuals all throughout the greater Atlanta, Georgia area. He provides effective legal defense for individuals unjustly injured while at the workplace, and gets them the compensation they need. Clients of Darwin F. Johnson don't pay unless he delivers compensation.
Reach the Law Offices of Darwin F. Johnson today by phone at 404-521-2667.
For more information, please visit http://www.darwinfjohnson.com