Atlanta Amputation Injury Lawyer

Fighting for Workers Who Have Suffered Catastrophic Amputation Injuries

At Gilbert Injury Law, we advocate for workers whose lives have been forever changed by catastrophic injuries, including the loss of a limb. Amputation injuries are among the most devastating types of workplace trauma, often leaving people with permanent disability, chronic pain, and significant emotional and financial challenges. If you or someone you love has lost a limb because of an on-the-job accident, turn to our firm for support.  

With over three decades of experience and over 2,500+ serious injury cases handled, we are uniquely equipped to help amputees navigate Georgia’s workers’ compensation system and pursue every available source of compensation. Attorney Jeffrey S. Gilbert has spent his career representing victims of life-changing injuries, securing multimillion-dollar settlements and verdicts. Recognized among the National Trial Lawyers Top 100 and holding an AV Preeminent® rating from Martindale-Hubbell®, he brings the trial skill, attention to detail, and compassion that these cases require.

When you trust your case with Gilbert Injury Law, our goal will be simple: to obtain the benefits and compensation necessary for you to rebuild your life with dignity and security.

Call (762) 300-3530 or reach out online to request a free consultation with our Atlanta amputation injury lawyer. Bilingual services in English and Spanish are available. Hablamos español. 

The Rights of Workers Who Have Lost a Limb

If you’ve suffered an amputation injury at work, you have important legal rights under Georgia’s workers’ compensation law. You are entitled to medical care, income benefits, and vocational rehabilitation paid for by your employer’s workers’ compensation insurance. In cases of catastrophic loss, such as an amputation, you may also qualify for lifetime income benefits and extended medical care.

In some cases, an amputation may result from a third party’s negligence, such as a defective machine or reckless non-employer contractor. In those situations, you may have the right to file a separate third-party injury claim in addition to your workers’ compensation claim. This can allow you to recover compensation for pain and suffering, emotional distress, and other losses that workers’ compensation alone does not cover.

Do you have questions about what legal action you’re entitled to take? Contact our firm for further information. Our attorney can carefully assess your situation and offer insight about your options for pursuing just compensation. 

Can You Still Receive Benefits if You Were Partially at Fault?

Many injured workers worry that if they made a mistake or contributed to the accident that caused their injury, they won’t be eligible for benefits. Fortunately, Georgia’s workers’ compensation system is not based on fault. This means you can still receive benefits even if you were partly responsible for the incident that led to your amputation, as long as you weren’t under the influence of drugs or alcohol or intentionally trying to harm yourself.

Employers and insurance companies sometimes use fault-related arguments to discourage valid claims, but those arguments don’t hold up under Georgia law. At Gilbert Injury Law, we protect clients from these tactics, striving to see that they’re treated fairly and receive the full benefits they deserve under the law.