Legal Fees for Atlanta Workers' Comp Claims

Workers' Compensation Lawyer Serving Atlanta

If you are dealing with a workers' compensation claim in Atlanta and are considering working with an attorney, it is important to understand what legal fees you may be looking at. We have included basic information on this topic and also welcome you to call our offices to discuss your particular case and concerns with a workers' compensation lawyer who can address your unique situation.

In Georgia, the State Board of Workers' Compensation regulates attorneys' fees. The majority of attorneys who represent injured employees in a workers' compensation claim work on a contingent fee basis. This means that a lawyer will only receive a fee if she recovers benefits for an injured worker. If she loses the case, then she does not receive a fee. If she wins the case, then she receives a percentage of the benefits awarded to the employee. The employee would not pay any fees out of pocket. The law limits the fee to 25% of weekly benefits or settlements recovered by the attorney. The attorney may not charge for recovery of medical care or reimbursement of medical expenses.

If an injured worker wants only to discuss his claim and obtain advice and counseling but not representation, a lawyer may charge an hourly fee. In these situations, an attorney may charge no more than $100.00 without obtaining approval from the Board.

Contact an Atlanta Workers' Compensation Attorney

No matter the specific circumstances of your workplace accident, injury or illness, you will benefit from discussing the situation with an attorney who can provide accurate insight regarding your legal rights, options and more. Because the legal fees for these matters are structured in such a way as to avoid out-of-pocket expenses, this means that you can get the help you need at no risk.

Contact an Atlanta workers' compensation lawyer today for the legal representation you need.