Can I Apply for Workers’ Compensation if I was injured While Working from Home?

Where and how we work has changed over the course of the last two years with many employees transitioning to either working full or part time from home. Originally a health and safety measure, both employees and employers have discovered the advantages of this new work model. As a result, it is continuing to be […]
Two Important Factors in Determining Your Value as an Employee
All companies have some form of metrics set up to help them gauge the performance and engagement of their employees. A few decades back, companies focused on performance management, as they believed that clear objectives, the right strategy and vision, people with skill sets, and alignment toward their goals were the key to creating a […]
What to Disclose to Your Social Security Disability Attorney
If you or a loved one feel that you are entitled to social security disability benefits, it’s important to talk to an attorney with extensive experience in this area of the law before, during, and after the application process. The attorney can help you navigate the application process and help you give you the best […]
Information is Key to Locating the Best Workers Compensation Attorneys
You Should Know Your Rights Most people injured on the job have one priority: get better and back to work. Sadly, for many, this is not possible. Understand your rights and, if necessary, fight for them. Arizona’s workers’ compensation system was adopted to place the burden on business, rather than individuals or society as a […]
In the News: Workplace Injury at Factories
Regulations concerning worker safety have vastly improved working conditions on factory floors since the birth of manufacturing. Still, even now, workers face conditions that can lead to accidents or long-term injuries. Repetitive motion, extreme temperatures, hazardous materials, and heavy machinery all create risk. Recent Complaints About Working Conditions in US Factories A recent law has been […]
Workers Comp for PTSD in Arizona
PTSD, or post-traumatic stress disorder, can result in serious, sometimes debilitating symptoms, such as flashbacks, anxiety, irritability, nightmares, and depression. Symptoms like these can certainly interfere with your ability to work, and at times they result from situations at work. Members of the armed services aren’t the only ones who may develop PTSD as a result of […]
What Is the First Thing I Should Do When I Am Injured on The Job?
Getting injured on the job requires you to quickly make decisions regarding the next steps to take. Whether you are injured in an accident at work or an injury develops over time from overuse or exposure, it is critical that an evaluation and a claim be made for compensation. The first thing you should do after […]
What Are the Ten Things I Need to Do If I Suffer a Work Related Injury?
Being injured on the job can be scary and painful at the same time, and many of us are not sure how we should respond, or what we should do if we suffer a work-related injury. You should realize that there are several actions you can take if you’ve been injured at work. Here are […]
What if I am a 1099 Contractor and I get injured?
Many people go to work with the assumption that workers compensation will be there for them if they become injured. But what if you are an independent contractor rather than a permanent employee? In most cases, true independent contractors are not able to qualify for workers compensation. However, if you are a 1099 contractor and […]
Can I Be Terminated After a Work Injury?
If you have been injured while on the job, you may be hesitant to file a worker’s compensation claim. The top reasons that claims are not made are because employees either fear losing their jobs or because they do not know their rights. Most often, workers will use their own medical insurance or settle on what […]