Marietta Workers Compensation Lawyer

Nicholson & Associates helps injured workers in the Atlanta area and throughout Georgia receive workers compensation benefits. C. Alan Nicholson has provided employees with guidance and representation throughout the state of Georgia since 1990. A skilled Marietta workers comp lawyer, Mr. Nicholson is experienced and knowledgeable about all facets of Georgia workers compensation law.

Workers compensation laws

Workers compensation laws protect both the employee and the employer in the event of a work related injury by providing medical and disability benefits for the injured worker and shielding the employer against personal injury lawsuits. Georgia law requires all employers with over three employees, except for some special exceptions, to carry workers compensation insurance. Workers compensation benefits cover the medical costs associated with a job related injury as well as wage loss and diminished earning capacity that may result from an on the job injury. Compensation is set by schedules prepared by the state and are based on a percentage of the workers pre-injury wages. Death benefits are also provided for workers families to cover the cost of funerals and lost wages.

Claims and benefits

Workers compensation claims can be complicated by an additional liability that is not covered by workers compensation benefits. This situation may arise when a worker's injury is caused by faulty equipment or dangerous products. In these cases, an accomplished Marietta workers compensation attorney can assess culpability and pursue compensation in a personal injury civil suit. Similarly, independent contractors and other workers who are not covered by workers compensation benefits may file personal injury lawsuits to recover their losses stemming form work-related injuries.

C. Alan Nicholson of the Nicholson & Associates law firm has an outstanding reputation for handling all types of workers compensation cases and disputes. Mr. Nicholson is known for his professionalism and high standard of integrity. Additionally, his experience in representing defendants in personal injury cases affords him a unique perspective in workers compensation claims. If you have been injured while on the job or lost a loved one in a work related death contact Nicholson & Associates for advice and information about workers compensation claims.

Contact our Marietta workers compensation lawyers for a free consultation

For more information on how our Marietta worker compensation attorneys can help or for a free consultation, call toll free 866-959-3583, locally 770-425-5117 or fill out our online contact form to discuss your worker compensation claim with a Cobb County personal injury attorney.