Georgia law requires most employers to provide employees with workers’ compensation benefits if they are hurt or become ill on the job. But can your employer fire you while receiving benefits? Keep reading to learn more from the Albany, GA workers’ compensation lawyers at the Underwood Law LLC Can I…
Most employers in Georgia must carry workers’ compensation insurance to protect employees who get hurt on the job or develop an occupational illness. Eligible workers can apply for benefits to help pay for medical treatment, replace lost wages, and provide disability benefits while they heal. But do all injuries and…
We are pleased to announce that our own Attorney William F. Underwood, III was a Finalist in the Albany Under 40 list for 2020. Every year, the Albany Chamber of Commerce recognizes leaders in the community. The selected winners are emerging leaders in a variety of business sectors. A panel…
As a result of the pandemic, many parents are out of work or struggling financially. With Christmas only a couple of weeks away, many families cannot purchase gifts for their children. This makes the U.S. Marine Corps Reserve Toys for Tots Program even more important. Every year, the Albany chapter of Toys for…
Our Firm Holds Georgia Nursing Homes Accountable Nursing home abuse and neglect can lead to lifelong injuries and pain for victims and devastation for families who have lost a loved one due to someone else’s negligence or intentional abuse. Many families have no choice but to put their loved one in a…
There’s less than 50 days left until Christmas, and the shopping season is starting to pick up. Underwood Law LLC, is excited to announce that the firm is participating in Toys for Tots this year. Toys for Tots is a nonprofit organization sponsored by the U.S. Marine Corps that celebrates…
Our founding attorney, William F. “Trey” Underwood III, was elected to serve on the Board of Governors of the State Bar of Georgia once again! Attorney Underwood has been a member of the State Bar of Georgia since 2007, and was elected to serve on the organization’s Board of Governors…
Just because you sustained a workplace injury does not mean you are no longer allowed to have fun or enjoy life. If you are unsure if you are allowed to go on vacation and continue to receive workers’ compensation benefits, the short answer to this question is, yes, you can. However, you…
In the event of an on-the-job injury, you expect that you will receive benefits in the form of workers’ compensation. Almost all employers in the country are required to have a workers’ compensation insurance plan that will cover the medical expenses and lost wages of employees who are injured at their…
If you suffered a workplace injury, you are eligible for workers’ compensation benefits—no matter who was at fault for the accident. These benefits compensate injured employees for their losses (e.g. medical expenses and lost wages) while they take time off from work to heal. Unfortunately, employers and workers’ compensation insurers…