Humberto Izquierdo Jr., P.C. Blog

Suffering an injury as a result of a workplace accident is a difficult thing to endure. What’s worse is being terminated after you have filed a workers’ compensation claim or while you are receiving benefits. If you're in this situation, you probably feel overwhelmed and unsure of what to do…

In a wrongful death lawsuit, certain consequences of the death may be factored into a monetary award. This compensation may be awarded for the reasons outlined in the infographic below. If you have any questions about wrongful death or want to find out if you have a case, please call our law…

Georgia workers’ compensationlaw provides some protections for people on their way to and from work, but only under specific circumstances. The best way to determine if you are entitled to file a workers’ compensation claim following an accident is through a private and confidential consultation…

Filing a workers’ compensation claim in Georgia involves filing Form WC-14 with the State Board of Workers’ Compensation. This form must be filed within a year of your injury for you to be eligible for benefits.

The knowledgeable workers’ comp attorneys at the Law Offices of Humberto…

A patch of black ice, an inexperienced driver, bald tires, or faulty windshield wipers could turn your winter commute ugly in a hurry. Since snow is not prevalent in Georgia, local drivers are often unprepared or unskilled for the demands of slippery road conditions. Even if you are a good…

At the Law Offices of Humberto Izquierdo, Jr., PC, we believe that coping with a workplace injury should not include the stress of fighting for the compensation you deserve. Unfortunately, if you are injured on-the-job, you may find yourself in that position, which is why it is important to have…

Winter weather conditions can make Georgia roads extremely dangerous, especially when tractor-trailers are involved. Due to their size and weight, tractor-trailers are difficult to stop and control even under prime conditions. When snow, ice, and rain are present, the potential for serious…

In Georgia, if an employer has three or more employees, the company must provide workers’ compensation benefits to employees who are injured while performing work-related tasks. Workers’ comp benefits may include medical and disability payments. If you are injured while working, contact the Law…

Attorney Humberto Izquierdo, Jr. is well-versed on all of the types of workers’ compensation benefits available in Georgia. If you are injured on the job, you may be entitled to medical benefits and weekly disability checks. Navigating the workers’ comp process can be confusing and stressful,…

The duration of your workers’ compensation benefits depends on the type of injury you suffered and if you are able to work in some capacity while disabled. Some injuries are limited to a set number of weeks, while others may qualify you for unlimited benefits.

The workers’ comp attorneys…