Workers’ Compensation
Arizona workers’ compensation is intended to help those suffering from work-related injuries or disabling conditions. However, it may be unclear if workers’ compensation will cover new injuries sustained after you’ve returned to work. The answer depends on the nature of…
Under Arizona workers’ compensation law, an impairment is a health issue that affects your physical or neurological condition. When a doctor classifies an injury as an impairment, it will be considered scheduled or unscheduled. A disability, however, refers to the…
The general rule for workers who receive a settlement and benefits under Arizona workers’ compensation is that it is your exclusive remedy: you cannot sue your employer if you are benefiting from a workers’ compensation claim. However, if someone outside…
Workers’ compensation systems are designed to support workers who are hurt on the job. These systems provide compensation to workers who have lost wages due to their injuries and also other benefits, such as healthcare support. Workers’ compensation systems do…
It is not uncommon for employees to be injured while working. When this happens, you may wonder if using your health insurance after a workplace injury instead of workers’ compensation insurance could be more logical and practical. However, if workers’…
When you deal with an insurance company, the face of that company will be an insurance claims adjuster. Their job is to evaluate your claim to determine how much it is worth. However, it’s important to remember that the adjuster…
One of the hardest parts about being hurt on the job is losing your ability to earn income while your monthly bills keep coming right on schedule. Worse, the medical bills and other costs connected with getting you back to…
Workers’ compensation benefits in Arizona are based on the principle of fairness: If you have been hurt on the job and qualify for workers’ compensation, you are entitled to receive fair compensation for your recovery costs, like medical expenses and…
One of the advantages of Arizona workers’ compensation is that it can restore a sense of certainty to your life when a work-related injury or employment-related medical condition keeps you from earning an income. Workers’ comp benefits pay for your…
The modern workplace is often designed for productive efficiency, to increase how much employees can turn out in the shortest time. Unfortunately, that can mean workers engage in repetitive motions over long periods that develop into issues like carpal tunnel…