Medical Appointments

MEDICAL APPOINTMENTS – CALL FIRST / CONFIRM YOUR APPOINTMENT IS STILL GOING FORWARD In light of the Coronavirus, everyone who has a scheduled medical appointment should first call to confirm that their medical appointment is still going forward. A lot of physicians and medical-related-facilities have suspended non-urgent visits. The medical staff should help you […]

Order of the State Board of Workers’ Compensation

Chief Justice of the Georgia Supreme Court issued an order on March 14, 2020 declaring a statewide judicial emergency due to the spread of COVID-19….Whereas the Chief Justice’s order extends and otherwise grants relief from deadlines which can be applicable to workers’ compensation claims such as the following: statutes of limitations, time within which discovery or any aspect thereof is to be completed, time within which to serve a party, time within which to appeal or seek the right to appeal any order, ruling, or other determination

Notice Regarding Hearings and Mediations

The State Board of Workers’ Compensation continues to be open for business. However, the Board is actively monitoring developments regarding COVID-19/Novel Coronavirus. The safety and wellbeing of our staff and visitors are of utmost concern. In accordance with state guidelines concerning limiting COVID-19 exposure, workers’ compensation hearings scheduled for the period Monday, March 16, 2020 […]