WHAT IS WORKERS COMPENSATION?

 In the state of Georgia, workers’ compensation is mandatory for all employers with three or more employees. Workers’ compensation is a type of insurance that provides benefits to employees who are injured or become ill as a result of their job. To qualify for workers’ compensation in Georgia, you must report your injury to your employer within 30 days of the accident or onset of illness. In addition to medical benefits, workers’ compensation in Georgia also provides wage replacement benefits for employees who are unable to work due to their injury or illness.