A recent investigation has uncovered a troubling history of ammonia leaks and worker injuries at Tyson Foods, one of the largest meat processors in the U.S. These leaks, which occurred across numerous Tyson facilities, including some in Georgia, have severely injured nearly 150 workers from 2012 to …
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Inadequate training negatively impacts employees and employers alike, leading to costly injuries, low morale, and high turnover rates. Proper training is essential to ensure a safe and productive work environment, reducing the likelihood of workplace accidents.
However, when accidents do occur, it’s crucial to have a knowledgeable workers’ compensation attorney on your side.
Vehicle Accident on a Georgia Movie Set Leaves 8 People Injured
In a dramatic accident on the Georgia set of the movie The Pickup, 8 crew members were hospitalized following a collision between an armored truck and an SUV during an action sequence on April 23, 2024. The crash took place at an airport outside Atlanta, where the armored truck, attempting to …
Mental Health Crisis in Construction: Report Reveals Rising Suicide Rates
In Georgia and across the U.S., the construction industry is experiencing a mounting mental health crisis. Long workdays, physical hazards, and extended time spent away from home are contributing to rising rates of depression, anxiety, and suicide among workers, a new study reveals. This …
College Students Consider: Should Injured Workers Lose Benefits for Willful Misconduct?
Each year, Gerber & Holder Workers' Compensation Attorneys holds an essay writing contest to help support students seeking higher education. This year's topic was both timely and important: Is it fair that injured workers can be denied workers' comp benefits for willful misconduct, but they …
Gerber & Holder Law Scholarship Winner: Willful Misconduct Exclusion
In Georgia, workers who suffer injuries on the job are generally entitled to workers' compensation benefits, which cover medical expenses and a portion of lost wages. However, there are exceptions to this rule. If an employer can prove that the injury was a result of the employee's willful …
Ben Gerber Inducted Into College of Workers’ Compensation Lawyers
The College of Workers’ Compensation Lawyers announced the induction of Ben Gerber as a Fellow in March 2024. “The election as a Fellow is the highest recognition by ones’ colleagues of sustained outstanding performance in the profession, exemplifying integrity, dedication and excellence,” stated …
