Workers’ Compensation Attorney in Savannah
Protecting Injured Georgia Workers Since 1995 – Millions Recovered
When a workplace injury upends your life, you need an attorney who handles the full picture. Craig Injury Law represents injured workers throughout Savannah, Chatham County, and across Georgia in workers’ compensation claims. Since 1995, we’ve recovered millions for injured clients, and we bring that same commitment to every Savannah-area case we take on. Free consultations are available, including virtual appointments, and we offer language services in Spanish and Bahasa Indonesia.
Workers’ comp claims are rarely as straightforward as they appear. Insurance carriers investigate claims, dispute injuries, and may pressure workers to return before they’re medically cleared. Savannah’s economy runs on sectors with elevated injury rates: Port of Savannah logistics, construction, manufacturing, and healthcare. If you work in any of these industries, a denied or underpaid claim is a real risk, not a remote one.
Our practice covers both workers’ compensation and personal injury law. That dual background lets us identify third-party claims that can run alongside a workers’ comp claim, opening a path to damages that workers’ compensation alone won’t cover.
Ready to talk through your claim? Call us at (912) 304-5202 for a free consultation. We serve Savannah and Chatham County clients in person, virtually, or in the language you’re most comfortable speaking.
Why Savannah Workers Choose Craig Injury Law
At Craig Injury Law, clients work directly with an attorney throughout the life of their case. You won’t be handed off to a paralegal or case manager after the intake call. With over 28 years of experience handling workers’ compensation and personal injury cases in Georgia’s state and federal courts, we’ve seen how insurers evaluate claims and what it takes to push back effectively.
We prepare every case as though it will go to trial. That preparation signals to insurance carriers that we won’t accept a lowball settlement, and it strengthens our position at the negotiating table. We’ve been members of the Georgia Trial Lawyers Association since 2022, and we operate on a contingency fee basis: if we don’t win, you don’t pay.
Start Your Savannah Workers’ Compensation Claim Today
There’s no cost to speak with us and no fee unless we win your case. We serve clients throughout Savannah and Chatham County with free consultations available by phone or virtually. Spanish and Bahasa Indonesia language services are also available. Call Craig Injury Law at (912) 304-5202 to get started.
How Georgia Workers’ Compensation Works
Georgia workers’ compensation operates as a no-fault insurance system under O.C.G.A. § 34-9-1 et seq. An injured worker doesn’t have to prove their employer was negligent to receive benefits. Most Georgia employers with three or more employees are required to carry workers’ compensation insurance, and the Georgia State Board of Workers’ Compensation administers the claims and appeals process statewide, including for workers in Savannah and Chatham County.
Filing deadlines are strict and unforgiving. Georgia law requires you to report your injury to your employer within 30 days of the incident and file a formal claim within one year of the injury date. Missing either deadline can permanently forfeit your right to benefits. To file, you submit Form WC-14 (Notice of Claim) to the Georgia State Board of Workers’ Compensation. Before providing recorded statements to the insurer or signing any documents, speak with an attorney first.
Workers’ Compensation Benefits Available Under Georgia Law
Georgia law provides several categories of workers’ compensation benefits depending on the nature and severity of the injury. Here’s what injured workers may be entitled to receive:
Medical Benefits
All reasonable and necessary treatment authorized by the authorized treating physician is covered, including office visits, imaging, surgery, physical therapy, and medications.
Temporary Total Disability (TTD)
When an injury leaves a worker completely unable to work, TTD benefits are paid at two-thirds of the worker’s average weekly wage at the time of injury. Under Georgia law, this is capped at $800.00 per week for up to 400 weeks on non-catastrophic claims.
Temporary Partial Disability (TPD)
When a worker returns on restricted duty at reduced pay, TPD benefits equal two-thirds of the difference between pre-injury and current wages, up to $533.00 per week for up to 350 weeks.
Permanent Partial Disability
After reaching maximum medical improvement, the authorized treating physician assigns an impairment rating reflecting permanent loss of use of the affected body part. Benefits are calculated from that rating.
Catastrophic Injury Designation
Certain injuries, including amputations, traumatic brain injuries, total blindness, spinal cord injuries causing paralysis, and severe burns, may qualify for a catastrophic injury designation under Georgia law. This designation entitles the worker to lifetime income benefits and extended medical coverage not subject to the 400-week cap. Insurers sometimes contest this designation, and it isn’t granted automatically.
Mileage Reimbursement
Workers are entitled to reimbursement for mileage to and from authorized medical providers.
Death Benefits
When a workplace injury results in death, surviving dependents may receive weekly income benefits up to $800.00 per week. Surviving spouses with no other dependents may receive up to $320,000.00 in total benefits under Georgia law. Funeral expenses up to $7,500.00 may also be covered.
Steps to Take After a Workplace Injury in Savannah
The actions you take in the hours and days after a workplace injury directly affect your claim. Georgia law requires you to report the injury within 30 days, so time matters immediately. Follow these steps to protect your right to benefits:
- Report the injury to your employer in writing as soon as possible, and keep a copy of that notice.
- Seek medical treatment from an authorized physician listed on your employer’s posted panel, and tell the doctor the injury is work-related so it’s properly documented in your records.
- Photograph the scene and your injury, collect contact information from any witnesses, and hold onto all medical records, exam notes, and prescription receipts.
- Don’t provide a recorded statement to the insurance carrier or sign any documents before speaking with an attorney.
- Keep a mileage log of every trip to an authorized medical provider to support a reimbursement request.
Craig Injury Law handles every aspect of a workers’ compensation claim, from the initial investigation through settlement negotiations and, when necessary, litigation. We can also identify when a third-party personal injury claim exists alongside your workers’ comp claim, opening a separate path toward additional recovery that workers’ compensation benefits alone won’t provide.
When a Workers’ Compensation Claim Is Denied
A denial isn’t the end of the road. Injured workers in Georgia have the right to appeal a denied claim before the Georgia State Board of Workers’ Compensation. Common reasons for denial include missed reporting deadlines, disputes over whether the injury arose from employment, and allegations of intoxication or willful misconduct. Each of these can be challenged.
At a hearing before an Administrative Law Judge, we can present medical records, expert testimony, and witness accounts to contest the insurer’s position. Claims may be approved on appeal when the worker has legal representation. Craig Injury Law supports clients through the full process, including contested claims and appeals, drawing on decades of experience in Georgia’s workers’ compensation system.
Contact us today for a free consultation with our highly skilled team!
