Employees tend to think of workers’ compensation as a foolproof way to receive benefits if they’re hurt on the job. Stub your ... Read more
Arizona
Yes, You Can Still Claim Workers’ Compensation Benefits as a Union Member
If you’ve ever had a job that allowed you to be a member of a union, you might already know what labor unions are and their mission. ... Read more
Your Choices for Medical Treatment Under Arizona New Workers’ Compensation Law
So much of your general well-being depends on your relationship with your doctor. That includes guidance toward overall wellness and ... Read more
Arizona Court Decision Allows Workers’ Compensation for PTSD
A major legal breakthrough came in March 2021 for Arizona first responders suffering from PTSD. Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) ... Read more
Arizona Construction Worker Killed in Hit and Run
A “regular” work shift led to tragedy for one Maricopa County family. Frank Dorizio, age 55, was setting up a sign in a designated ... Read more
COVID-19, Return To Work Policy and the Arizona Workplace
How many times have you heard or thought this lately: “We’re living in an unprecedented time.” Probably plenty. Although it’s ... Read more
The Most Dangerous Toxic Chemicals At Work To Watch Out For
Are you exposed to toxins in your workplace? The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) defines a “hazardous chemical” ... Read more
What’s The Difference Between FELA and Workers’ Compensation?
Most working people in the U.S. are entitled to workers’ compensation from their employer. Arizona is no different. With the exception ... Read more
Featured Attorney Interview: Bob Wisniewski Fights for Injured Workers in Arizona, Pandemic Be Damned
We are living in unprecedented times. Amidst the ongoing coronavirus (COVID-19) crisis, much of the world has come to a standstill. And ... Read more
How Workers’ Compensation Works for State and Federal Employees in Arizona
Workplace injuries are a common occurrence. You might have one of the most dangerous jobs in America, or maybe your workplace is ... Read more
Arizona Child Car Seat Laws and Requirements
Did you know that most hospital birthing centers have someone on staff whose job includes inspecting your car seat before letting you ... Read more
When You Can (and Can’t) Be Fired After a Work Injury
An on-the-job injury is stressful for a whole host of reasons. Aside from the physical pain you might be experiencing, you probably ... Read more
Does Workers’ Compensation Pay Lost Overtime?
Overtime, by definition, is time you work that's outside your normal scheduled hours, if those hours bring your weekly total to more ... Read more
Weird Laws in Arizona
Arizona. It’s the heart of the Wild West. Home to the Grand Canyon. The red rocks of Sedona. Tombstone and the O.K. Corral. But ... Read more
Attorney Interview: A Bilingual Legal Expert Who Also Speaks the Language of Injured Workers
Enjuris sits down with award-winning Arizona workers’ compensation attorney Robert Wisniewski to talk about common misconceptions, what ... Read more
When is a Car Accident Covered by Workers’ Compensation?
Your employer is usually required to carry workers’ compensation insurance in case you become injured on the job. This is generally ... Read more
5 Myths About Workers’ Compensation in Arizona
Workers’ compensation is a form of insurance recognized in every state in the country. However, the laws governing workers’ ... Read more
Top 5 Mistakes People Make When Filing a Workers’ Compensation Claim
If you’re injured in a work-related accident, chances are you feel some combination of worry, distress, and confusion. Unfortunately, ... Read more
PTSD and First Responders: How Arizona Aims to Help
Most people in the workforce experience stress in their own way. But for first responders, the stressors go beyond strict deadlines, ... Read more