In Arizona workers’ compensation law, few scenarios are as misunderstood as the unexplained fall . When an employee falls at work but cannot identify a specific defect or cause, the claim’s success often hinges on a legal mechanism known as the Positional Risk Doctrine . For workers' compensation attorneys, understanding how the law "fills the gap" when a cause is unknown is vital to securing benefits for injured clients. 1. The Neutral Risk Classification The Arizona system

For personal injury (PI) attorneys managing third-party claims where an industrial accident is involved, skillfully navigating the corresponding workers’ compensation (WC) lien is crucial for maximizing the client’s net recovery. The legal mechanisms governing these liens are complex, originating from the foundational principle that the injured employee should be prevented from achieving a double recovery for the same injury. Here are actionable tips for effectively handling

When a workplace injury happens, understanding your rights and the benefits available can feel overwhelming. I want to share clear, straightforward information about how to navigate Arizona work injury benefits. This guide will help you understand the process, what to expect, and how to protect your interests. Understanding Arizona Work Injury Benefits Arizona has a specific system for workers who get injured on the job. These benefits are designed to cover medical expenses,

Keywords:  Arizona workers’ compensation, estoppel exception, one-year filing deadline, A.R.S. § 23‑1061(B), disability benefits, claim filing requirements. What Is the One-Year Filing Rule? Under A.R.S. § 23‑1061(A) , injured workers in Arizona must file a written claim with the Industrial Commission of Arizona within one year  of: The date of injury, or The date they knew or should have known the injury was work-related. Missing this deadline usually bars the claim. What Is

Facts: The Arizona Supreme Court remanded the case to the Arizona Court of Appeals to determine whether the ALJ correctly interpreted and applied the 2017 version of A.R.S. § 23-901.01(C)(3). Robert Vande Krol, a firefighter employed by Superstition Fire and Medical Department for 18 years, was diagnosed with oligodendroglioma, a rare form of brain cancer, in 2020. He had been exposed to various carcinogens during his career, including smoke, soot, diesel fumes, firefighting

Facts: Steven Boyd, a service technician for DuraServ Corp (doing business as Cookson Door Sales of Arizona), claimed he injured his right shoulder in December 2021 while lifting a heavy garage door operator at work. Boyd alleged he reported the injury to his manager, Mark Montgomery, at the time of the incident, but did not file a formal report or seek medical treatment until June 2022, during a disciplinary meeting. Boyd filed a workers’ compensation claim in July 2022, whi

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Facts Kylie Tacker, a senior fabrication engineer for INanoBio Inc., was exposed to the solvent N-Methylpyrrolidone (NMP) during work on...

Facts: Manuel Villegas, an employee of GC Landscaping, sustained injuries in 2018 after falling at a worksite. ​ GC Landscaping was...