Georgia Statutes

§ 34-9-220 — Period of incapacity preceding payment of compensation

Georgia § 34-9-220

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O.C.G.A. § 34-9-220 (2026).

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No compensation shall be allowed for the first seven calendar days of incapacity resulting from an injury, including the day of the injury, except the benefits provided for in Code Section 34-9-200 ; provided, however, that, if an employee is incapacitated for 21 consecutive days following an injury, compensation shall be paid for such first seven calendar days of incapacity.

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