Category: General Info Articles

If you’ve been injured at work in Georgia and are receiving workers’ compensation benefits or a settlement, you may wonder if you’ll owe taxes on that money. The good news is that, in general, workers’ comp benefits are not considered taxable income.

Workers’ compensation insurance is a system that protects workers who get injured or fall ill due to their job. It guarantees that injured employees receive medical treatment and income benefits, while employers pay these benefits according to fixed schedules set by law. This system did not always exist. It emerged over a century ago as a response to the harsh realities of the Industrial Revolution, when injured workers had little recourse. This article will explore why workers’ compensation came into being – tracing its roots back to early laws like the British Workmen’s Compensation Act – and explain the “grand bargain” that underpins modern workers’ comp systems. We’ll also see how workers’ comp became the first major social safety net for American workers, and how Georgia’s workers’ compensation system fits into this historical framework and operates today.

Any party dissatisfied with an administrative law judge’s award may appeal to the appellate division.

An Administrative Law Judge at the Georgia State Board of Workers' Compensation, or ALJ, is the judge and finder of fact in the workers' compensation claim.

An 'award' is simply the official ruling of an administrative law judge in a workers compensation case.

Personal injury demand letters are a cornerstone of the claims process after an auto accident. They formally kick off negotiations with the at-fault party’s insurer and set the tone for how your case will proceed. In Georgia auto accident cases, a well-crafted demand letter can make the difference between a fair settlement and a prolonged legal battle. Below, we explore the purpose of these letters, what they should include, legal considerations (especially under Georgia law), common mistakes to avoid, and how they influence settlement negotiations.