An on-the-job eye injury can leave you with temporarily or permanently compromised vision or blindness. Regardless of fault, you can apply for workers’ compensation benefits in Albany. If you trust our law firm with your injury claim, you can focus on getting better while we handle your compensation claim.
At Bader Scott Injury Lawyers, our personal injury lawyers have represented over 10,000 injured Georgians and recovered more than $30 million in compensation. We will represent your interests, from preparing and filing your initial application all the way to its resolution. Find out how hard our Albany workers’ compensation lawyers will fight for you. Contact our case evaluation team today.
Our Workplace Eye Injury Lawyers Fight Hard for Injured Workers in Albany
An eye injury that damages your vision can also take a psychological toll. While you cope with the changes to your vision, health, and life, you can count on our personal injury lawyers serving Albany to manage every aspect of your claim. We will:
- Collect your medical and vision healthcare records
- Manage the filing of your workers’ compensation application
- Prove your injury occurred as part of your job
- File an appeal if your first application was rejected
- Negotiate the best possible lump sum settlement
Our team members handle your case with kindness and respect. We never stop fighting for your rights, including the right to get the best available treatment for your medical and visual health.
Our Case Results Demonstrate Our Passionate Pursuit of Client Compensation
Every workplace injury claim will have its unique value. It will include your healthcare costs and rehabilitation, the time it will prevent you from working, and its lasting impact on your life. Examples of workers’ compensation settlements for previous clients include:
- $2 million workers’ compensation involving traumatic brain injury
- $1.9 million workers’ compensation involving paralysis
- $450,000 workers’ compensation involving partial paralysis
- $255,000 workers’ compensation involving abdominal injury
Find other examples of our client awards on our case results page. You can also see combined awards for workplace and personal injury clients.
Get Legal Support in Albany Without Worrying About Out-of-Pocket Costs
The cost of hiring an attorney should not deter you from getting legal service and support when you need it most. At Bader Scott Injury Lawyers, we represent injured workers on a contingency fee basis.
We cover all the costs of preparing your claim from start to finish and are only compensated when you are. If you do not recover damages, you will not owe us any fees at all.
For a free legal consultation with a workplace eye injury lawyer serving Albany, call (404) 888-8888
Financial Benefits for Injured Workers in Albany, Georgia
According to Georgia’s State Board of Workers’ Compensation (SBWC), you can generally expect to receive two-thirds of your average weekly wages in compensation. These financial benefits are available for the time that you cannot work. The length and duration of financial benefits depend on how your disability is rated.
Vision impairment disability ratings can include:
- Temporary partial disability benefits
- Temporary total disability benefits
- Permanent partial disability benefits
- Permanent total disability benefits
If your workplace eye injury resulted in total blindness, your injury is considered catastrophic and could entitle you to lifetime financial benefits.
We Help You Obtain Medical Benefits to Treat Your Workplace Eye Injury
Your employer’s workers’ compensation insurance provider will choose the physician who treats your injuries. They will also cover all the costs of treating your injuries until you reach maximum medical improvement (MMI).
You must report your injury within 30 days and file for benefits within a year. If you fail to make appropriate notifications, you risk not receiving either type of benefit at all.
We Will Explore Possible Financial Recovery by a Third-Party
In some cases, injured workers can sue a third party for personal injury compensation. If you qualify for this additional compensation, we will help you prove the negligence required in these cases (you do not have to prove negligence in a workers’ compensation claim). Third-party damages in a personal injury claim can include a wider range of damages, such as:
- Injury-related medical bills
- Injury-related lost wages
- Disability and disfigurement
- Physical pain and suffering
- Loss of enjoyment of life
Our legal team will collect evidence that identifies the at-fault party and their negligent actions. Our Albany workplace eye injury lawyer will fight for your recoverable damages and meet the required filing deadline. In general, you have two years to file your personal injury lawsuit, per O.C.G.A. § 9-3-33.
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Frequently Reported Causes of Eye Injuries in Albany Workplaces
How your eye injury occurred will play an important role in the type and extent of physical damage you sustain. While proving negligence and fault is not required in workers’ compensation claims, you do need to prove the injury was work-related.
Our Albany workplace eye injury lawyers will investigate your accident and carefully document its cause, which can include:
- Workplace violence
- Chemical exposure
- Motor vehicle accidents
- Significant burns
- Electrical accidents
- Flying objects and debris
Our Bader Scott Injury Lawyers team will handle the investigation for you and gather evidence that supports your compensation request. Contact one of our team members to learn more about your rights and your employer’s obligations.
Eye Injuries That Can Lead to Short-Term and Long-Term Vision Disturbances
Some eye injuries will heal with time and with appropriate treatment. Some will require multiple treatments, including surgical procedures. Our team members will track your treatment plan based on your specific injury, which can include:
- Black eyes
- Corneal abrasions
- Cuts and scratches
- Legal blindness
- Loss of eyeball(s)
- Orbital fracture
- Punctures
- Surrounding facial trauma
- Total blindness
You could also have injuries related to the damage to your eye, including facial trauma, and damage to your nose, head, skull, and brain.
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If you or someone you love was injured at work, our Albany workplace eye injury lawyers will help you apply for benefits to cover medical expenses and lost income. We will investigate your accident, document your treatment plan, and navigate the application process for you.
When you are ready to apply for financial and medical care, our client-focused team at Bader Scott Injury Lawyers is ready to serve as your advocate. Contact our consultation team to start fighting for your financial recovery.
Call or text (404) 888-8888 or complete a Free Case Evaluation form