Rehabilitation Benefits

Atlanta Rehabilitation Benefits Lawyers

Serious accidents on a construction site or other workplace can result in extreme injuries to the worker. Occasionally, the injuries are so severe that the worker will be incapable of ever returning to the same field of work. Vocational rehabilitation and other rehabilitation will likely be necessary. If extensive physical therapy, occupational therapy, vocational rehabilitation, or other rehabilitation is necessary after a work related injury, the attorneys and professional staff at Hamilton & Hasner, P.C., will work to get you the benefits you need to cover these expenses. We have more than 20 years of combined experience and truly understand the challenges our clients face. For a free initial consultation with a skilled workers' compensation attorney, contact our Georgia work injury law firm today.

What Rehabilitation Benefits are Available in Georgia?

Rehabilitation benefits are one form of workers' compensation benefits that an individual may be entitled to after a serious work injury. The following are some things that may be covered by rehabilitation benefits:

• Vocational rehabilitation: If the individual is unable to return to the same line of work, vocational rehabilitation may be necessary to train the individual for a less strenuous job.
• Housing rehabilitation: Some serious work accidents may result in paralysis or other catastrophic injury making home modifications necessary. Workers' compensation rehabilitation benefits may cover the cost of modification.
• Lifestyle rehabilitation: Workers' compensation may cover the cost of some lifestyle modifications that may be necessary, such as modification of a van to accommodate a wheelchair lift.
• Medical rehabilitation: If the individual is eligible for rehabilitation benefits, he or she is likely also eligible for medical benefits, including coverage for chiropractic care, occupational therapy, physical therapy, and other medical expenses.

Obtaining Rehabilitation Workers' Compensation Benefits

There are only two ways in which an injured worker will be approved for rehabilitation benefits:

• If the insurer agrees to provide vocational rehabilitation or other rehab benefits
• If the case is declared catastrophic by an administrative law judge

Experienced Workers' Compensation Representation

Because most insurance providers are not likely to volunteer rehabilitation benefits without a court order, we work to provide a solid case to the administrative law judge showing how catastrophic your situation is and your need for rehabilitation benefits. We are serious about our clients' injuries and serious about ensuring they recover the full benefits that they need and deserve.

For a free initial consultation with an experienced Georgia workers' compensation lawyer, contact us today.

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