How to Be More Patient and Less Stressed In this fast-paced world, it can be easy to grow impatient. Things as small as waiting for a slow website to load or waiting in a long line for coffee can sometimes leave people feeling frustrated and anxious. Practicing patience helps reduce stress and helps you realize it's okay if something takes a few extra minutes. If you find yourself feeling impatient, here are a few ... Read More
What It Takes to Be a Good Student of Life
Discipline, Debate, and a Lack of Defensiveness One thing I like about writing these monthly newsletters is the feedback I get from you, my readers, and the conversations the articles spark. I’ve touched on different aspects of goal-setting in several recent covers, and a reader told me that though they are setting goals, they can’t seem to fulfill them.I’ve been thinking a lot about that since. In fact, it’s ... Read More
Every Employer in Georgia is Required to Cover Employees for On the Job Injuries
Employers MUST purchase Workers’ Compensation Insurance or self-insure their company to cover their employees’ work-related injuries.They must post a notice at the workplace to alert employees about that coverage. That notice must tell you where you can go for treatment. Employers who do not post this notice have violated the law and the consequences for that benefit you.You are still covered under Georgia ... Read More
What Happens If Your Injuries Keep You Out of Work for More than Seven Days?
If you must miss more than seven days of work, you may be entitled to weekly payments until you can return to work.If your injuries keep you out of work for more than seven days, one of three things must happen:The insurance company will start paying you Temporary Total Disability benefits (TTD). If you are off for over 21 days per your treating physician, you will be reimbursed for the first seven ... Read More
Don’t Own a Gun in Kennesaw?
Touring Cobb County You may know Kennesaw, Georgia, as the Atlanta suburb with great schools, interesting war history, and lush mountain scenery, but its claim to national fame is a law from 1982 that states: “Every head of household residing in the city limits is required to maintain a firearm.”That’s right, if you’re the head of household, you’re required by city law to own a gun. This is outlined in section ... Read More
Green Goddess Smoothie
If you’re looking to get your green on, why not try this light smoothie?Ingredients1 1/4 cup unsweetened vanilla almond milk 1 organic apple, peeled and chopped 1 medium frozen banana 1 1/2 cups fresh organic spinach 1 tbsp chia seeds 1/2 medium avocadoDirectionsIn a large, high-powered blender, add in all ingredients.Blend on high for 1–2 minutes, or until all ... Read More
Injured While Riding a Llama?
Exploring Georgia’s Llama Liability Law While Georgia has its share of llama and alpaca (a close cousin) farms and rescues, there isn’t a booming llama-related industry, so it’s not entirely clear why Georgia has a llama liability law on its books. Nevertheless, sections 4-12-2 and 4-12-3 of the state code provide that all “llama activity sponsors” and “llama professionals” are not liable for injuries participants ... Read More
When Life Gives You Lemons…
The Best Cleaning Tool Can Be Found in Your Kitchen Lemons don’t just add a tart flavor to your favorite desserts or cool you down in a refreshing drink on a hot summer day. In addition to bold flavors, lemons also have powerful cleaning properties. Their acidity and oils cut through grease and can sanitize many of your household items.The best place to clean with a lemon is in the kitchen. For the microwave, ... Read More
It is YOUR responsibility to notify your employer ASAP if you have been hurt at work
You must let them know the details of your accident and injury. Ideally, either the employer or you should put it in writing. It is enough to tell your supervisor that you were injured, but it is better if you make a written report. If the employer has an incident report for you to use, fill it out thoroughly. If your employer has an accident policy in place, then follow those guidelines as best you can. If they ... Read More
What Does the Georgia Workers’ Compensation Act Not Cover?
Please be aware that the Workers’ Compensation Law, Rules and Regulations are subject to change on July 1st of each year.The purpose of the Workers’ Compensation Act is to compensate injured workers for their medical treatment, lost wages, and a permanency award to compensate the injured worker for the nature and extent of his or her injuries. It will NOT cover pain and suffering, as you would expect in a civil ... Read More
