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Georgia Workers Compensation

Monday, August 16, 2010 by Gary M. Kazin

Statistics and information

The Georgia State Board of Workers Compensation obtains yearly data on how claims are filed in the state. This can be an important source of information when attempting to understand workplace injuries.

Georgia workers compensation statistics

The most recent data available regarding the number of claims shows that in 2008:

44,125 Georgia workers compensation claims were filed
30,946 claims remained open at the end of that year
13,179 claims were closed (meaning that the case was resolved either by paying benefits, or denying the claim) at the end of that year

For costs involved in processing the claims, pertinent facts include the following:

The total cost of benefits paid was $1,853,074,034
$896,581,916 was paid in weekly benefits to all the claimants combined
$253,811,543 was paid to physicians
$253,315,509 was paid to hospitals
$160,547,090 was paid to pharmacies
$36,727,862 was paid for rehabilitative therapies
$3,779,084 was paid to chiropractors
$1,754,667 went towards burial costs
$4,294,226 was assessed in attorney fees

Statistics and the larger picture

While these numbers help to illustrate the larger picture of Georgia workers compensation claims, there is one thing that they cannot do. They cannot show the impact that a workplace injury has on the employees in question and their loved ones. In addition, the statistics only apply to workers who filed a claim—not those who failed to file, or were unable to file because of difficulties with their employers or insurance companies. Indeed, numbers are only one part of a long and complex story.

To ensure that you are treated fairly, and receive the benefits to which you are entitled, you need qualified legal guidance. For over thirty years, the Law Offices of Gary M. Kazin have provided compassionate, committed, and results-driven service to those filing for Georgia workers compensation. We treat you as an individual, not just a number. If you need assistance with a claim, discuss your case with our firm today.

Let us advocate for your Georgia workers compensation

The Law Offices of Gary M. Kazin is dedicated to advocating on behalf of injured workers in Georgia. If you need assistance with a workers compensation claim, call an experienced GA workers compensation lawyer at (404) 378-8227, or contact us online. We look forward to discussing your case with you.

Posted at 14:41 PM

Topic: Workers Compensation