When the worst occurs while you’re on the job, what are your rights for death benefits or workers’ compensation? Typically, if the accident, injury or death happens during the normal “course and scope” of your job duties, you’ll be covered under Georgia law. For example, take this school bus …
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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.
Workers’ Comp Podcast Features Ben Gerber
Gerber & Holder’s very own Ben Gerber was featured on a special episode of “Workers’ Comp Today.” Mr. Gerber spoke with fellow attorneys Bernard and David Nomberg, of the Nomberg Law Firm. Each month, the attorneys at Nomberg Law invite a guest to discuss current hot topics, national news and …
Three Gerber & Holder Attorneys Named as Super Lawyer 2022
When a person is seeking an attorney, there’s an expectation that they’ll be good – perhaps great – at their job. One way to tell a good attorney from a great one is whether they’ve ever been a Super Lawyer. The workers’ compensation law firm of Gerber & Holder, based in Atlanta, GA., is pleased …
Uber Driver Found Killed in Union City Nightclub Shooting
When it comes to Uber and Lyft services, the regulations regarding workers’ compensation and death benefits are typically murky since these workers are technically independent contractors. So what happens when they get hurt—or even killed—on the job? On November 23, a late-night shooting …
Ben Gerber Named Among Georgia Trend’s 2021 Legal Elite
Ben Gerber, Atlanta work injury advocate and co-founder of the law firm of Gerber & Holder Workers’ Compensation Attorneys, was named as one of Georgia Trend’s Legal Elite for 2021. This year was the 19th annual listing of Georgia’s top attorneys as chosen by their peers, and the designation was …
Construction Worker Killed in Newton County, GA Bridge Collapse
It’s no surprise that the construction industry is one of the most dangerous. There are certain risks that construction workers face every day due to the nature of the work. However, the unthinkable can still occur, including unforeseeable accidents. According to the Georgia Department of …
