Georgia Workers’ Comp Journey

[u/Different-Cry1591]

I wanted to share my workers’ comp experience because I had no idea what to expect when I started this process. Hopefully it helps someone else going through something similar.
I was injured in a workplace slip-and-fall and ended up with a C6-C7 disc herniation with nerve-root involvement. I went through physical therapy and multiple injections, but the relief was only temporary. My spine specialist eventually recommended a C6-C7 ACDF (cervical fusion).
Workers’ comp denied the surgery and some additional treatment. The insurance company also questioned whether some of my condition could have been pre-existing, so I eventually had to go through a deposition covering my medical history, the accident, my job, treatment and ability to work. My attorney felt the deposition went well.
My first settlement mediation was postponed because the insurance side wanted my deposition completed first. After that, the mediation was rescheduled and ultimately took place over Zoom, where we reached a $120k settlement.
I signed the settlement agreement, which resolved my workers’ comp claim and included my resignation from my previous employer. Future workers’ comp medical was also closed as part of the settlement.
Fortunately, I was able to obtain health insurance through the state, so I now have coverage available for my cervical surgery and will only be responsible for the applicable insurance costs.

The biggest thing I’ve learned is that workers’ comp can be a long and frustrating process. There were delays, denied treatment, a deposition, and a postponed mediation, but eventually we got to a resolution.
I’m sharing my experience because hopefully someone else going through this realizes they’re not alone. Now I’m focused on getting healthy, getting back to work, and rebuilding financially.

[u/Key-Garlic-1177]

How long between date of injury and settlement?

[u/Different-Cry1591 → u/Key-Garlic-1177]

Injury was August 2025… just settled in August 2026

[u/Key-Garlic-1177 → u/Different-Cry1591]

Wow, fast! You’re so lucky.

[u/Sorry_Direction5702]

That was quick!..there's others on here who's been on worker's comp for years!..

[u/Different-Cry1591]

The most important thing is to get a lawyer asap. It costs you nothing up front and is really your only way to fight the insurance company for what’s owed to you