It was in recognition of the fact that workplaces can be dangerous, depending on the particular industry and the kinds of activities that the workers do that the Occupational Safety and Health Act was passed and implemented in the states. Apart from outlining the benefits...
After suffering an injury at work many people expect they will be compensated for the “pain and suffering” they experienced a result of their problem. In a personal injury or “negligence” case against someone who has caused an injury, Arizona law does provide for the...
If you get injured on the job, you are entitled to workers compensation benefits. Many claims are denied due to lack of proper documentation, missing paperwork, not reporting the case on time and many other reasons. Here are a few pointers to help you understand...
This is one of the most common questions asked by someone who was hurt while on the job. If the injury was caused by your employer or a co-worker then in most cases, the answer is no. The very limited exceptions to the general rule...
Arizona Workers’ Compensation Law – Your employer has no insurance. Montrose & Chua, workers’ comp attorneys, explain what to do if there’s no workers’ comp. Employer Is Without Arizona Workers’ Comp Insurance – What To Do? In the State of Arizona, every employer must carry workers’ compensation...
Arizona Workers’ Compensation Law – Documenting your claim is important. Montrose & Chua, workers’ comp attorneys, explain 5 key workers’ comp steps. 5 Key Steps to Documenting Your Arizona Workers’ Compensation Claim When you’re seriously injured at work you may not be concerned about documenting your claim....
The law in Arizona requires employers to provide income and medical benefits for workers those are injured on the job. Your employer and the insurance company would be more inclined to do what is best for them. That is why if you are a victim...
Q: What do Pirates and the Arizona Workers’ Compensation System have in common? A: A “schedule” for compensation of permanent injuries Believe it or not, a written “schedule” for compensating an injured worker for the loss of a specified body part is nothing new. Pirate ships had...
Every injured worker has a right to worker compensation. But getting workers' compensation is complicated and not as easy as it sounds. Many injured employees realize they should have got guidance in the first place only when their claims are denied. Here are five reasons...
If you’ve been injured on the job and need to apply for workers’ compensation benefits, but you’re not sure how to go about the process, you need to immediately get in touch with a workers compensation attorney. You may have heard that many legitimate claims...