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What Is LOV in Workers’ Comp?You may be seeing the abbreviation LOV in your workers’ compensation paperwork and wondering, what is LOV in workers’ comp? LOV means “Last Office Visit.” It is a medical shorthand used by treating providers to mark the date you were last examined in the office.
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How to Prove Cumulative Trauma in a Workers’ Comp Claim?If your pain built up over time, you may be wondering how to prove cumulative trauma in a workers’ comp claim. Many employees suffer repetitive stress injuries from daily tasks, not a single accident. You are not alone. Our Workers’ Compensation team handles repetitive trauma ...
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What Is Compromise and Release in Workers’ Comp?If you are dealing with a workers’ compensation claim in Georgia, you may eventually hear the term “compromise and release.” A compromise and release in a workers’ compensation case
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What Does EE Mean in Workers’ Compensation?Workers’ compensation terminology can be confusing. If your case is underway, you may be wondering what EE means in workers’ compensation cases. The abbreviation stands for “employee.”
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What Is PTP in Workers’ Comp?PTP stands for Primary Treating Physician, the main doctor authorized to treat your workers’ compensation injury in Georgia.
Your PTP controls critical aspects of your claim—authorizing treatment, determining when you’...
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What Does LWEC Mean in Workers’ Comp?LWEC stands for Loss of Wage Earning Capacity, a type of workers’ compensation benefit available in Georgia when permanent work restrictions prevent you from earning what you made before your injury.
Unlike temporary disability ben...
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What Does CT Mean in Workers’ Comp?If you are involved in a workers’ compensation claim, you may come across the letters CT in medical records, claim documents, or hearing notices. In workers’ compensation, CT stands for “cumulative trauma.” It refers to injuries that develop gradually over time due to re...
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What Does C&R Mean in Workers’ Comp?If you are dealing with a workers’ compensation claim, you may hear the term C&R and feel unsure about what it actually means. C&R stands for Compromise and Release.
It refers to an agreement where an injured worker and the insura...
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What Is the Difference Between a Settlement and a Compromise in Workers’ Comp?The terms “settlement” and “compromise” are often used loosely in workers’ compensation cases, but they have different meanings.
If you are wondering what the difference is between a settlement and a compromise in workers’
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How Long Does It Take to Get a Workers’ Comp Settlement Check in Georgia?If you recently settled a workers’ compensation case, you may be wondering how long it takes to get a workers’ comp settlement check in Georgia. Typically, you can expect to receive your check within 20 days of approval by the Stat...
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What Is a Stipulated Award in Workers’ Comp?If you were injured on the job in Georgia, understanding your workers’ compensation options is crucial. A stipulated award in workers’ compensation is an agreement on an award amount between all parties involved in the claim.
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What Is the Maximum Weekly Benefit for Workers’ Comp in Georgia?In Georgia, the workers’ compensation system ensures that injured workers receive financial support while they recover. The maximum weekly benefit for workers’ compensation in Georgia is two-thirds of your average weekly wage, up t...
