Although Georgia has a no-fault system, when a claim's compensability is in question, the employee carries the burden of proof when filing a claim for benefits. That burden requires the injured worker to prove their injury arose out of and in the course of employment. (Credit: angkritth/iStock) Although Georgia has a no-fault system, when a claim's compensability is in question, the employee carries the burden of proof when filing a claim for benefits. That burden requires the injured worker to prove their injury arose out of and in the course of employment. (Credit: angkritth/iStock)

The foundation of the Georgia Workers' Compensation Act is to provide medical and wage loss benefits to injured workers in a no-fault system without having to undergo the rigors of filing a lawsuit and navigating the legal system.

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