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Help protect employees and your business with workers’ compensation coverage designed around your workforce and operations.

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Workers' compensation for Georgia employers

Workers’ compensation insurance may provide medical, rehabilitation, income and other benefits for qualifying work-related injuries or illnesses. FZR Premier Insurance helps Georgia businesses compare workers’ compensation options from multiple carriers.

Georgia requirement overview

Georgia generally requires an employer that regularly employs three or more people to provide workers’ compensation coverage. Regular part-time employees count, and corporate officers and LLC members are included in the employee count. Specific exceptions and elections can apply. Review the Georgia State Board of Workers’ Compensation guidance.

Coverage options to consider

Medical Benefits

May help pay authorized medical expenses related to a compensable work injury or illness.

Income Benefits

Eligible employees may receive income benefits when a covered injury prevents or limits work, subject to applicable rules.

Rehabilitation

Certain claims may include rehabilitation or return-to-work support.

Disability Benefits

Benefits may be available for qualifying temporary or permanent disability.

Death Benefits

Eligible dependents may receive benefits following a compensable fatal work-related injury.

Employer Protection

Workers’ compensation law can provide employers limited protection from certain tort liability for covered workplace injuries.

Who this coverage may be for

Restaurants, contractors, transportation companies, retailers, offices, cleaning companies, warehouses, automotive businesses, hospitality operations and other Georgia employers.

Information that can help us quote your coverage

  • Employee count
  • Payroll by job classification
  • Nature of work performed
  • Use of subcontractors
  • Prior claims experience
  • Multi-state operations

Exact coverages, eligibility, pricing, exclusions and limits depend on the carrier, policy form and underwriting. We can help you compare available options and understand the differences before you choose a policy.

COMMON QUESTIONS

Workers' Compensation FAQs

Do part-time employees count toward the Georgia requirement?

The Georgia State Board of Workers’ Compensation states that regular part-time employees count toward the employee threshold.

Do corporate officers or LLC members count?

Georgia states that corporate officers and LLC members are included in the employee count, even when certain individuals elect to reject coverage for themselves.

Can a business with fewer than three employees still buy coverage?

Depending on eligibility and carrier requirements, coverage may still be available. A contract or general contractor may also require proof of workers’ compensation coverage.

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