If you get injured on the job in Georgia, workers’ compensation provides benefits to help you with lost wages and medical expenses. But how much does workers’ comp actually pay?
What are Your Workers’ Comp Benefits in Macon, GA if Injured at Work?
When you get hurt at work, you get money while you can’t work. You get two-thirds of the money you made each week before you got hurt. But you can’t get more than $675 per week, even if you made more before. If you can’t work for 21 days in a row, you also get money for the first 7 days you couldn’t work.
In general, your workers’ comp benefit amount will be based on your average weekly wage. It’s usually about two-thirds of your gross average weekly wage up to a maximum set by law.
Some key facts:
- You must be off work for at least 7 days to receive income benefits. This is known as the 7-day waiting period for workers’ comp in Georgia.
- Benefits kick in on the 8th day you are unable to work.
- The maximum weekly benefit is $675 per week as of 2023.
- You receive two-thirds of your average weekly wage, up to the maximum.
So for example, if your gross average weekly wage was $1,000, your benefit would be $667 per week (two-thirds of $1,000). But since the max is $675, that would be your benefit amount.
To learn more about how workers’ compensation works in Georgia, read this overview on how workers’ compensation works in Georgia.
Getting the Benefits, You Deserve
The workers’ compensation system can be complex. To make sure you get all the benefits you’re entitled to, contact Thomas W. Herman at WPMH Legal. Their experienced workers’ compensation lawyers can help you:
- Determine your average weekly wage.
- Calculate the benefit amount you should receive.
- Handle negotiations and paperwork.
- Get benefits on time.
- Appeal any denials.
Don’t leave money on the table. Workers comp lawyers Macon GA residents trust can make sure you get the maximum benefits allowed. Contact WPMH Legal today to discuss your case!
Don’t leave money on the table. Workers comp lawyers Macon GA residents trust can make sure you get the maximum benefits allowed. Contact WPMH Legal today to discuss your case!
WPMH Legal Phone: +1 478-747-6409 Email: info@wpmhlegal.com