Workers’ Compensation

Does Workers’ Compensation Cover Car Accident Injuries?
Does Workers’ Compensation Cover Car Accident Injuries?
When injuries occur on the job, an injured employee may be able to receive workers' compensation benefits. This includes injuries resulting from car accidents. However, navigating this type of workers' compensation claim can be complicated as there are only certain situations in which a car accident will be covered by...
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How to Obtain Workers’ Compensation Death Benefits
How to Obtain Workers’ Compensation Death Benefits
If you have lost a loved one from a work-related accident, Arizona law provides workers' compensation death benefits for certain dependent family members. These benefits can help pay for medical, funeral and burial expenses and provide some financial security after a tragic work accident. If you would like more information...
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How Do I Appeal a Workers’ Compensation Claim Decision?
How Do I Appeal a Workers’ Compensation Claim Decision?
If your workers' compensation claim was denied, you must appeal the decision to receive the benefits you need. Unfortunately, the appeals process can be complicated and difficult to navigate on your own. Having an experienced Phoenix workers' compensation attorney by your side can help ease the burden on your shoulders....
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Reasons Workers’ Compensation Claims are Denied
Reasons Workers’ Compensation Claims are Denied
Workers' compensation claims can be disputed for several reasons. For those who have to deal with a disputed claim, it may be necessary to take legal action to obtain the benefits you deserve. There are many reasons that insurance companies representing employers may deny a workers' compensation claim in Arizona....
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You May be Eligible for Workers’ Comp and Not Know It
You May be Eligible for Workers’ Comp and Not Know It
According to the latest data from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, more than 44 percent of Arizona's workers are not currently employed. In fact, Arizona ranks in the bottom ten U.S. states for percentage of workers who are gainfully employed. Many of Arizona's employees are not currently working due...
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Do I Need a Lawyer for a Workers’ Compensation Claim?
Do I Need a Lawyer for a Workers’ Compensation Claim?
Many injured workers depend on the benefits from their employers' workers' compensation insurance to pay for costly medical treatment and compensation for the wages they lost from missing work. Unfortunately, obtaining these benefits is not always easy. If your workers' compensation claim was denied, or you did not receive the...
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When You Can Bring a Third-Party Workplace Lawsuit
When You Can Bring a Third-Party Workplace Lawsuit
When you get injured at work, you can usually bring a workers' compensation claim to help pay for medical expenses and lost wages while you recover from your injuries. However, you might not realize that you may be able to pursue a third-party personal injury claim if your injuries were...
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Third-Party Claims for a Work-Related Injury
Third-Party Claims for a Work-Related Injury
Employees injured at work may not be able to sue their employer since they are covered by workers' compensation insurance. However, this does not prevent an employee from holding a third-party liable for causing him or her harm while on the job. If another person other than your employer caused...
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Reopening Workers’ Compensation Case | Phillips Law Group
Reopening Workers’ Compensation Case | Phillips Law Group
There are times when you can reopen a workers' compensation case even though it has already been settled. For example, your condition may change and the effects of your workplace injury or illness may worsen over time. If you wish to reopen your workers' compensation case, contact the Phoenix workers'...
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When Do My Workers’ Compensation Benefits Start?
When Do My Workers’ Compensation Benefits Start?
Workplace injuries can be expensive for an injured employee, who may face costly medical expenses and suffer financially from lost wages due to his or her condition. The starting point for when workers' compensation benefits are provided is often unique to the claim and can depend on several factors. If...
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