It’s no secret that construction work can be extremely dangerous. And it is for this reason that the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) gives construction workers special rights and imposes a number of safety and health obligations on construction industry employers. Below is an...
Workers’ compensation is a program that compensates employees who are injured on the job for lost wages and medical expenses. Below is an overview of how to file a workers’ compensation claim in Arizona. Report your injury If you are injured on the job, you should immediately...
Work related injuries are not uncommon. If injured, workers have to go through a complex workers’ compensation claim process to get compensated for lost wages and medical treatment. Here are the most important things that can improve your chances of being properly compensated for a work...
Injured employees often find themselves unable to work and temporarily without a paycheck, making it imperative that workers' compensation benefits kick in as soon after an accident as possible. However, different sorts of workers' compensation claims have different timeframes. Below are the timeframes for some...
Auto accidents are common in Arizona. And, unfortunately, they often result in both minor and severe injuries to those involved. But are these types of accidents covered by worker’s compensation in Arizona? The answer depends on whether or not the injury or injuries suffered in...
Most employees in Arizona have the right to seek treatment from a doctor of their choosing after a workplace injury. However, the doctor that you choose to treat a workplace injury is a decision that can impact your physical recovery and ability to receive workers’...
Each year, thousands of Arizona workers suffer work-related spinal cord injuries. Spinal cord injuries can range from mild to severe, and they typically keep employees out of work for extended periods of time. Luckily, most work-related spinal cord injuries are covered by workers’ compensation insurance....
If you have suffered a work-related injury that has left you disabled, you may be able to receive both workers’ compensation and Social Security disability benefits. However, collecting benefits through both programs is rare. Below is an overview of how an experienced workers’ compensation attorney...
How much you get paid as weekly workers’ compensation is extremely important. You obviously depend on this check to pay your bills, especially when you are injured and out of work due to a workplace accident or illness. No wonder you want to ensure the...
If you’ve been injured at work, it’s imperative that you seek the guidance of an experienced Arizona workers’ compensation attorney. Not only can an experienced attorney guide you through the workers’ compensation process, but he or she will be able to assist you if your...