If you sustained a catastrophic injury at work, you may be entitled to lifetime benefits. A catastrophic injury is any injury that permanently prevents you from returning to work. For example, brain and spinal cord injuries are considered catastrophic injuries. If you or a family member sustained a catastrophic injury at work, a lawyer from The Law Office of Bryan S. Hawkins can help you understand your rights and determine the best course of action in your situation.
We offer free initial consultations and serve workers throughout Georgia. To schedule yours, please call us in Augusta at 706-305-1130 or send us an email using our contact form.
The Law Office of Bryan Hawkins should be your first choice for Workman’s Compensation claims. Mr. Hawkins is understanding, honest, and very responsive while helping his clients. He goes above and beyond what any attorney I have dealt with has ever done. He gave my son peace of mind by explaining the paperwork he received so he could understand what was expected of him. He was polite, and sincerely wants what is best for his client. I highly recommend Bryan S. Hawkins.
Types Of Catastrophic Injuries
Firm founder Bryan S. Hawkins spent the first part of his career in workers’ compensation defense. His experience helps his current clients by allowing us to anticipate and act on the opposition’s moves. It’s like having the other team’s playbook in our hands.
If you are dealing with a catastrophic injury, you can be confident that our workers’ compensation lawyers are dedicated to maximizing your workers’ compensation benefits after any workplace injury, such as:
- Spinal cord trauma
- Brain injury
- Amputation
- Heart attacks and cardiac injuries
- Flame, electrical or chemical burn injuries
- Lung injuries/poor lung capacity
- Chronic pain syndrome (CPS)
You May Be Entitled To Lifetime Benefits
Under Georgia law, an injured worker can collect up to 400 weeks of workers’ compensation benefits. When an injury is categorized as catastrophic, however, there are cases where the 400-week cap can be removed. This allows the injured worker to receive lifetime benefits. The workers’ compensation insurance carrier will frequently attempt to get the worker to accept a lump sum payment. One of our attorneys can help determine if a lump sum settlement is in your best interests.
About Bryan S. Hawkins
Bryan S. Hawkins is a Georgia Workers’ Compensation attorney representing injured employees before the Georgia State Board of Workers’ Compensation. With over 2000 claims handled and past experience as an insurance defense attorney, Bryan offers unmatched insight and dedicated advocacy for injured workers across Georgia.
Education and Experience
A graduate of Mississippi College School of Law and the University of Georgia, Bryan is admitted to practice in multiple Georgia courts. Since opening his Augusta firm in 2009, he has built a reputation for providing compassionate and effective representation backed by deep legal experience and professional integrity.
Contact Us For A Free Case Evaluation Today
To discuss a catastrophic injury claim with one of our caring attorneys, please call our Augusta office at 706-305-1130. You may also contact us online. We promptly respond to phone calls and emails.