If you have been working with an Arizona employer doing heavy construction work and you have a work-related injury that removes you from working that same type of job again, you can still come back to work in a different capacity. Depending on the injury,...
On May 23rd, 2019, the ICA will be holding a public hearing in the Commissioner’s Conference Room, 3rd floor, at 800 West Washington Street in Phoenix, Arizona. This hearing concerns the Special Fund and a notice given of total annual reserved liabilities now exceeding $6...
During the summer months, certain businesses hire minors to help with jobs, such as newspaper deliveries, fast food restaurants (certain positions), and a host of other small jobs. Many young people take on lawn services and some light landscaping jobs, too. They may work for...
All workers’ compensation claims have to be approved by the OWCP or Office of Workers’ Compensation. So, some claims are denied while others are approved. Do you know what you can do if your legitimate claim is denied? There are three things you can do...
The National Council on Compensation Insurance (NCCI), founded in 1923, compiles research information and statistical data on industry trends and suggests insurance rates and loss cost recommendations, according to its website here. Insurance departments in those states who are members of the NCCI, follow the...
While all Arizona manufacturing and construction companies carry Workers’ Compensation for employees and observe the Arizona Division of Occupational Safety and Health (ADOSH) regulations for a safer workplace environment, accidents can still happen. Crane and Rig Accidents Construction cranes come in different sizes and shapes and each...
