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Printz v. Greathearts/Pacific - Memorandum Decision - Arizona Court of Appeals - August 5, 2025
Printz v. Greathearts/Pacific - Memorandum Decision - Arizona Court of Appeals - August 5, 2025 Facts: Jennifer Printz, a teacher at...
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Aug 72 min read
Comprehensive Guide: Arizona Workers' Compensation Law
I. Overview of Arizona Workers' Compensation System Purpose and Principles: The fundamental "no-fault" nature of workers' compensation,...
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Aug 314 min read
Do injured workers' in Arizona have to sign a medical authorization to release medical records?
Yes, an injured worker is generally required to sign medical releases. These releases are necessary to allow the defendants to obtain...
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Jul 151 min read
🏥 What Happens If My Employer Is Self-Insured and Directs Medical Care in Arizona?
If you’ve been injured on the job in Arizona, one of the first questions you might have is: “Can I choose my own doctor?” The answer...
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Jul 122 min read
Can Independent Contractors Get Workers’ Compensation in Arizona?
If you’ve been injured on the job in Arizona and your employer says you’re an “independent contractor,” you might wonder: Do I still...
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Jul 122 min read
Do I Have to Prove My Employer Was Negligent to Get Workers’ Compensation in Arizona?
If you’ve been injured on the job in Arizona, you might be wondering: “Do I have to prove that my employer did something wrong to get...
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Jul 122 min read
Understanding Scheduled vs. Unscheduled Injuries in Arizona Workers’ Compensation
If you’ve been injured on the job in Arizona and are dealing with a permanent partial disability (PPD), you may have heard the terms...
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Jul 112 min read
Tacker v. INanoBio/National - Memorandum Decision - Arizona Court of Appeals - May 6, 2025
Facts Kylie Tacker, a senior fabrication engineer for INanoBio Inc., was exposed to the solvent N-Methylpyrrolidone (NMP) during work on...
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Jul 52 min read
Villegas v. GC Landscaping/Special Fund - Memorandum Decision - Arizona Court of Appeals - April 24, 2025
Facts: Manuel Villegas, an employee of GC Landscaping, sustained injuries in 2018 after falling at a worksite. GC Landscaping was...
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Jul 52 min read
Tang v. Industrial Commission of Arizona - Memorandum Decision - Arizona Court of Appeals - March 28, 2025
Facts: Sujian Tang, a housekeeper, slipped on ice in December 2019 while working at a resort, sustaining head, neck, and back injuries....
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Jul 52 min read
Cuevas v. Growers/Majestic - Memorandum Decision - Arizona Court of Appeals - June 24, 2025
Facts: In 2010, Gloria Cuevas sustained injuries to her back, wrist, and knee while working for Growers. Majestic Insurance Co....
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Jul 52 min read
Thompson v. Youngs/Safety - Memorandum Decision - Arizona Court of Appeals - June 3, 2025
Facts: Adrian Thompson, an employee of Youngs Market Co. of Arizona, LLC, sustained a workplace injury in July 2021. After initially...
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Jul 52 min read
Carvana LLC v. Fielder - Memorandum Decision - Arizona Court of Appeals - May 29, 2025
Facts: Luke Fielder, a technician at Carvana LLC, claimed he sustained a lower back injury while replacing a 50-pound car battery...
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Jul 52 min read
Jasso v. Industrial Commission of Arizona - Memorandum Decision - Arizona Court of Appeals - June 12, 2025
Facts: Cynthia Jasso, a McDonald’s employee, sustained injuries on November 18, 2023, when containers of liquid ice cream fell on her...
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Jul 52 min read
AZ Patios v. Serrano - Memorandum Decision - Arizona Court of Appeals - June 5, 2025
Facts: Christian Serrano, an employee of AZ Patios, fell off a ladder at work, injuring his lower back and left ankle. He underwent...
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Jul 52 min read
Tyree v. Banner/Banner - Memorandum Decision - Arizona Court of Appeals - May 22, 2025
Facts: James Tyree, a physical therapist employed by Banner Health, sustained an industrial injury in October 2020 after receiving a...
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Jul 52 min read
Do I have to answer Interrogatories from the insurance carrier?
Navigating Your Arizona Workers' Compensation Claim: Understanding Written Interrogatories If you're an injured worker in Arizona...
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Jul 24 min read
What is a deposition in an Arizona Workers' Compensation case?
If you're an injured worker in Arizona navigating the workers' compensation system, you might hear about various legal processes,...
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Jul 23 min read
What is an Independent Medical Examination (IME) in Arizona Workers' Compensation?
Understanding Independent Medical Examinations (IMEs) in Arizona Workers' Compensation If you're an injured worker in Arizona, you might...
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Jul 24 min read
What Happens if Your Employer Terminates You While on Arizona Workers' Compensation?
Being injured on the job is stressful enough, but the added worry of losing your job while on workers' compensation can feel...
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Jun 273 min read
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