General Workers’ Comp Info

Posted in General Workers' Comp Info on August 10, 2025

Suffering a serious knee injury on the job can alter the course of your career and personal life. Many workers who undergo a total knee replacement due to a workplace accident find themselves overwhelmed, not just by recovery, but by questions around compensation. At Crossman Law Offices, our Phoenix workers compensation lawyer understand how much clarity Read More…

Posted in General Workers' Comp Info on July 9, 2025

Losing your job is stressful under any circumstances, but it becomes even more complicated when you’re receiving workers’ compensation. Can you get fired while on workers comp? Yes, it’s possible, but there are important legal protections in place that every injured worker should be aware of. Employers must follow specific legal requirements to ensure fairness Read More…

Posted in General Workers' Comp Info on July 9, 2025

Workers’ comp ankle injury settlements provide financial compensation to employees who suffer ankle injuries, covering lost wages, medical bills, and long-term disability when applicable. These settlements are designed to ease the financial burden of work injuries. In Arizona, their value can vary widely depending on the severity of the injury and the impact on your Read More…

Posted in General Workers' Comp Info on June 6, 2025

If you’ve undergone spinal fusion surgery due to a work-related injury in Arizona, you may be wondering about your compensation. The average settlement for spinal fusion surgery workers’ comp can vary greatly depending on several factors, but typical awards are substantial. Workers typically receive workers’ compensation awards ranging from $150,000 to $225,000 for spinal fusion Read More…

Posted in General Workers' Comp Info on May 6, 2025

When you’re relying on workers’ compensation benefits, missing or delayed payments can create unnecessary stress during an already difficult time. Knowing how to track your workers’ comp check can help you stay informed, avoid surprises, and take action if something goes wrong. At Crossman Law Offices, we focus exclusively on Arizona workers’ compensation cases. If Read More…

Posted in General Workers' Comp Info on March 6, 2025

It’s essential to determine when to apply for Social Security Disability benefits for your Workers’ Compensation settlement. The question “Should You Apply for Social Security Disability Before or After Settling Your Workers’ Compensation Claim?” deserves thoughtful consideration because filing too soon would adversely affect the amount of benefits one may receive, and waiting too long would Read More…

Posted in General Workers' Comp Info on December 18, 2023

  Key Takeaways SSA disability requires limits on basic work activities for at least 12 months. Physical and mental impairments may qualify for Social Security disability. Severe unlisted conditions may qualify if medical evidence shows work limits. Arizona applicants can apply online, by phone, or at a local SSA office. Denied applicants should follow the Read More…

Posted in General Workers' Comp Info on December 8, 2023

What are the grounds for wrongful termination in Arizona? Despite the fact that Arizona is an at-will state for employment purposes, that does not mean employers can terminate workers for any reason. In fact, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, you may have grounds for a wrongful termination lawsuit if your employer fired Read More…

Posted in General Workers' Comp Info on October 27, 2023

  Key Takeaways Mental illnesses generally are not covered by workers’ compensation. Arizona law creates limited exceptions for work-related PTSD. PTSD benefits may require unexpected, unusual, or extraordinary work stress. PTSD benefits may cover medical care, therapy, and prescription medications. Verified severe PTSD may allow wage replacement benefits.   The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder Read More…

Posted in General Workers' Comp Info on July 21, 2023

Key Takeaways Injured workers may receive both workers’ compensation and Social Security disability benefits. Applying for disability after a workers’ compensation settlement may offer advantages. SSDI benefits are for individuals unable to perform gainful employment. A condition may qualify for SSDI if expected to last one year. SSDI approval may help demonstrate significant impairment in Read More…