Yes. Georgia law requires companies with three or more employees to carry workers' compensation insurance. Not only does this insurance protect employees regardless of whether they work full-time, part-time, or seasonally, but also provides coverage for workplace injuries even if the employee is hurt on their first day on the job.
This is excellent news for the nearly 100,000 seasonal employees online retail giant Amazon adds to its workforce during the winter holiday months.
Workers at Amazon fulfillment centers like those in the Atlanta area may be exposed to hazardous conditions such as dangerous noise levels, unsafe machinery, electrical hazards, repetitive stress risks, and a lack of personal protective equipment. This puts workers at risk for serious injuries, including:
- Concussions
- Ergonomic stress injuries
- Eye injuries
- Hearing damage or loss
- Knee injuries
- Broken bones
- Cardiac issues
- Amputations
- Traumatic brain injuries (TBIs)
Sadly, Amazon's seasonal workers are particularly at risk—both for the threat of injury and difficulty obtaining the workers' compensation benefits they deserve.
If you were hurt while working a temporary seasonal job for Amazon, you're likely entitled to workers' compensation benefits for medical expenses, rehabilitation, and income. These benefits are intended to help you heal from your injuries and rejoin the workforce as soon as possible. However, because obtaining benefits can be both complicated and challenging, it helps to have an experienced workers' compensation attorney by your side who can help you understand your legal rights and options.
Hurt While Working a Seasonal Amazon Job? We Can Help.
The knowledgeable workers' compensation attorneys with Rechtman & Spevak can help you recover the benefits you need and deserve after an Amazon workplace injury. Contact us today to schedule an appointment for a complimentary, no-obligation initial consultation. Don't wait—the sooner you involve us in your case, the more quickly we can get to work advocating on your behalf.
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