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How to File a Workers' Compensation Claim. To file a claim, you need to complete and file a WC-14, with the State Board of Workers' Compensation and send a copy of the form to your employer and their workers' compensation insurance carrier.
The compensation rate is typically equal to 2/3 (66.67%) of your weekly wages during the injured period. However, each case is unique and will vary based on the severity of injuries wages, and other factors.
You may also reach out to the Georgia State Board of Workers' Compensation. To contact Case Status/Claims Assistance, call (800) 533-0682.
You will receive two-thirds of your average weekly wage, but not more than $800.00 per week for an accident which occurred on or after July 1, 2023.
Your workers' compensation attorney, on the other hand, will have much better success getting answers from the insurance company. You may also reach out to the Georgia State Board of Workers' Compensation. To contact Case Status/Claims Assistance, call (800) 533-0682.
With a workers' compensation claim, the process of filing the initial claim is relatively simple. We file a form called the WC-14, which is essentially a notice of claim (it also can serve as a request for a hearing) that we file with the State Board of Workers' Compensation.
Assuming that the State Board approves your workers compensation settlement, it usually takes 30 to 60 days from when you reach a settlement agreement until the insurance company pays you the settlement money. It may not take that long, but it can also take longer.
Workers' compensation insurance is required of all employers who have more than three employees in the state of Georgia with limited exceptions. The first group of people who are not covered under workers' compensation are employees of businesses who do not have three workers.