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Posted in Workplace Injuries & Safety on October 12, 2021
Key Takeaways Safety and wellness plans help reduce workplace hazards and repetitive stress injuries. Regular safety training helps employees and supervisors prevent workplace accidents. Adequate staffing levels may reduce exhaustion-related workplace injuries and unsafe shortcuts. Routine vehicle inspections help prevent workplace transportation accidents and fatalities. Employers should monitor workplace safety measures and maintain orderly job Read More…
Posted in Workplace Injuries & Safety on October 12, 2021
Key Takeaways Transportation workers face significant risks from frequent roadway and vehicle-related accidents. Construction workers face hazards from falls, electrocution, heavy equipment, and vehicle crashes. Logging workers face dangerous conditions from remote locations and falling heavy objects. Agricultural and ground maintenance workers regularly handle hazardous equipment and chemicals. Arizona workers injured on the job may Read More…
Posted in General Workers' Comp Info on September 24, 2021
Most people can count on being able to recover compensation for their medical bills and a portion of their lost wages if they sustain an on-the-job injury. However, what happens if you sustain an injury while you are traveling to and from work? In general, you will not be able to recover compensation if you Read More…
Posted in General Workers' Comp Info on September 17, 2021
Key Takeaways Workers’ compensation benefits are generally not taxable at the state or federal level. Tax exemptions apply to both wage replacement and medical workers’ compensation benefits. Workers’ compensation payments remain tax-exempt whether paid weekly or as a lump sum. Social Security disability benefits may affect workers’ compensation through benefit offsetting. Arizona workers’ compensation may Read More…
Posted in Workplace Injuries & Safety on September 10, 2021
Key Takeaways Occupational lung diseases can result from repeated long-term workplace exposure to irritants. Common occupational lung diseases include silicosis, asbestosis, black lung disease, and work-related asthma. Construction workers, miners, welders, and firefighters face higher occupational lung disease risks. Symptoms of occupational lung disease may include coughing, chest pain, and shortness of breath. Workers’ compensation Read More…
Posted in General Workers' Comp Info on August 23, 2021
Key Takeaways Off-the-clock injuries may qualify for workers’ compensation in certain work-related situations. Employees may receive benefits when performing employer-related tasks after clocking out. Injuries on employer premises may qualify for workers’ compensation after work hours. Special work assignments or employer-provided transportation may support injury claims. Workers should document injuries and report incidents promptly to Read More…
Posted in Workplace Injuries & Safety on August 12, 2021
Key Takeaways Overexertion and bodily reaction injuries are leading causes of workplace injuries. Slip, trip, and fall incidents frequently cause injuries in various workplace settings. Contact with objects or equipment accounts for many workplace injuries. Top three causes account for over 84% of injuries with days away. Other causes include transportation incidents and exposure to Read More…
Posted in Filing a Workers' Comp Claim on August 4, 2021
Employee classification is important. In some cases, individuals are direct employees of a company, and this means they receive full benefits and coverage through workers’ compensation if they sustain an injury. However, independent contractors also make up a significant portion of the workforce in Arizona and throughout the US. Here, we want to discuss the Read More…
Posted in Denied Claims & Appeals on July 30, 2021
Key Takeaways Arizona workers’ compensation claims may be denied for missed reporting deadlines. Filing a claim after leaving employment may raise doubts about the injury. Evidence of drug or alcohol impairment may result in claim denial. Unwitnessed workplace injuries may face greater challenges securing benefits. A denied claim does not prevent an injured worker from Read More…
Posted in General Workers' Comp Info on July 13, 2021
Key Takeaways Arizona workers’ compensation claims generally must be filed within one year. Employers must file an injury report with the ICA within 10 days. The ICA must accept or deny a claim within 21 days. Injured workers have 90 days to request a hearing after denial. Reporting an injury to an employer does not Read More…