Fatal Accidents and Workers' Compensation in Georgia
In industries and at jobs that pose great risk to their employees, workplace accidents can be quite common and the worst of those accidents can lead to catastrophic and fatal injuries. Fatal workplace accidents can leave the families of accident victims struggling to pay for funeral costs, medical treatment and other expenses, on top of the emotional and psychological burdens that accompany these tragedies.
While no amount of compensation can ever adequately replace the loss of a loved one, benefits are available for the families of workplace accident victims. In order to obtain those benefits, it is important for family members to work with an experienced workers' compensation attorney who will guide them through the process and can provide the knowledgeable representation that they deserve.
At the Barnett Law Firm, lawyer Hank Barnett has helped many families obtain financial recovery after the loss of a loved one in a workplace accident. Call us in Decatur, Georgia, to learn more at 866-854-4723.
When people do not know what is going on, the system of workers' compensation can seem overwhelming. At the Barnett Law Firm, the first thing we do is explain the system and what should be expected down the road.
Death Benefits from Workplace Accidents
Under workers' compensation, injured workers are eligible to receive benefits that are designed to cover medical treatment and lost wages. For the families of fatal accident victims, they may be entitled to similar benefits that will cover other expenses related to the accidents. These benefits may include:
- Costs of hospitalization
- Funeral expenses
- Death benefits, which are the benefits that the injured worker would have received if they were still alive
Death benefits are available for any dependents and will continue until the children reach the age of majority. In cases where the legitimacy of the heirs or dependents is questioned, our firm will fight for family members and will work to resolve any denied death benefit claims. We thoroughly examine each situation and provide honest advice to family members who are going through the workers' compensation process.
Speak with an Attorney and Protect Your Rights
If you have recently lost a loved one in a workplace accident, contact the Barnett Law Firm and speak with us about obtaining benefits. Located in Decatur and serving clients throughout the state of Georgia, our firm has helped families for more than two decades and remains committed to the needs of people who have suffered a tragedy. Call us for a free initial consultation at 866-854-4723 and talk with us about your situation.
