Work Related Accident?
At Snell Injury Law, we specialize in navigating the complexities of work related motor vehicle accidents, personal injury and workers’ compensation. We provide clear guidance, strategic direction, and a relentless pursuit of the compensation you deserve.
Attorney Jeff Snell · Office at 318 Maxwell Rd., Alpharetta
An awesome lawyer!!!!!! Mr. Snell was very professional and informative. He helped me to understand all aspects of my case. I personally felt as if he ws giving me the same service he would give his family member, if they were in a similar situation. I would definitely use him again and or recommend his services to friend or family. Good old fashioned customer service. Thanks Mr Snell for all you have done.
Not your average lawyer. Jeff was exceptional at explaining my case to me and he kept me informed every step of the way. He offered counsel so I could make informed decisions and he actually cared about me, not just my case. I would recommend him to anyone who is in need of a personal injury lawyer.
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Every service under both practice areas. If you are not sure which one your case is, call and we will tell you.
Someone else was careless and you were hurt. These are the claims we bring against the person at fault and their insurer.
You were hurt doing your job. Georgia’s workers’ comp system has its own deadlines, set by statute.
How workers' compensation cases workJeffrey S. Snell · Founder & Lead Attorney, Snell Injury Law, LLC
You work with Jeff Snell directly. Not a case manager, not a rotating team. Roughly half of his practice is workers’ compensation, and most of the rest is personal injury.
We provide empathetic, client-focused legal guidance to help you through your personal injury or workers’ compensation case.
Our experienced team fights relentlessly to secure the compensation and justice you deserve, with a focus on your recovery.
We work tirelessly to secure the maximum benefits for your injuries, ensuring you’re fully compensated for medical costs, lost wages.
A case generally moves like this. Nobody can honestly promise a timeline at the start. It depends mostly on your medical treatment.
Anyone driving for work (a salesperson on the way to a sales call, for example) who is hit by another driver can have both a workers’ compensation claim and a personal injury claim against the driver at fault.
The two claims affect each other. Under Georgia law, if comp benefits were paid, the employer or its insurer can have a lien on the injury recovery, limited to what it actually paid, and only if you have been fully and completely compensated. That is why the claims are sequenced so neither undercuts the other.
Short versions of the Georgia statutes that most often decide what happens next. Each has exceptions, so treat this as general information, not advice on your case.
Notice of a work accident is due to the employer immediately or as soon as practicable, and no compensation is payable unless notice, oral or written, is given within 30 days of the accident. The section lists exceptions.
O.C.G.A. § 34-9-80 Workers’ comp claims
The right to compensation is barred unless a claim is filed with the State Board of Workers’ Compensation within one year after the injury. If the employer furnished treatment or paid weekly benefits, the limit runs from the last treatment (one year) or the last weekly payment (two years).
O.C.G.A. § 34-9-82 Workers’ comp claims
The workers’ compensation law does not cover an employer with fewer than three regular employees in the same business in Georgia, unless the employer and employees choose to be covered.
O.C.G.A. § 34-9-2(a)(2) Workers’ comp claims
Except as otherwise provided by law, an action for injuries to the person must be brought within two years after the right of action accrues.
O.C.G.A. § 9-3-33 Personal injury claims
If you were partly at fault, your damages are reduced in proportion to your percentage of fault. If you are 50 percent or more responsible, you cannot recover damages.
O.C.G.A. § 51-12-33 Personal injury claims
The office is in Alpharetta, but very little of this work needs you to come to it. Consultations happen by phone and video, and if you can’t drive after a wreck, that is normal and it is not a problem.
Find answers to your most pressing questions about personal injury and workers compensation here.
Personal injury refers to harm caused to an individual due to someone else's negligence. This can include physical injuries, emotional distress, or financial losses. If you believe you have a personal injury case, it's essential to consult with a qualified attorney.
To file a claim, gather all relevant documentation such as medical records and accident reports. Next, contact our law firm for a consultation. We will guide you through the process and ensure your rights are protected.
Workers' compensation is a form of insurance providing wage replacement and medical benefits to employees injured in the course of employment. It is designed to protect both employees and employers. If you've been injured at work, you may be entitled to these benefits.
If you're injured, seek medical attention immediately. Document the incident and gather any evidence you can. Then, reach out to our firm to discuss your situation and explore your legal options.
While it's not mandatory to hire a lawyer, having legal representation can significantly enhance your chances of a successful outcome. A lawyer can navigate the complexities of the legal system and advocate for your rights. We recommend consulting with us to understand your best course of action.
It depends mostly on your medical treatment. A claim usually should not be valued until treatment has finished and the full cost of the injury is known. After that comes the settlement demand and negotiation. If the case does not settle, it goes to suit and often to mediation. Nobody can honestly promise a timeline at the start.
No. Most consultations happen by phone or video. After a serious crash many people cannot drive, and that is not a problem.
Often, yes. If you were driving for work and another driver caused the crash, you may have a workers’ compensation claim and a personal injury claim against the at-fault driver.
Federal workers’ compensation, because federal employees are covered by a separate federal system this firm does not handle. And claims where the person already has a lawyer on the same matter.
Only when a written agreement is signed. Contacting the firm does not by itself create an attorney-client relationship.
Most consultations happen by phone or video, so you do not need to come in to get started.
When you call Snell Injury Law, you talk to him, not an intake line.
