There are many ways in which an Arizona resident can become exposed to a safety hazard at work. Some jobs require the handling of toxic materials, while other workplace environments may contain hazardous materials that may be unknown to workers until they fall ill. Sometimes, too, the presence of some

When an Arizona resident is injured at work, many questions may arise. Knowing just what to do following a workplace accident can prove challenging. Some may be vaguely aware of the options open to them, but may not know exactly what avenue to pursue. For instance, an injured worker may

Workplace accidents and injuries can occur in a number of different workplace settings, including construction settings, warehouse settings or office settings. It is important to understand resources and options available and know what to do in the circumstances of a workplace accident or injury. Injured workers and their families may

Those who are receiving workers’ compensation and SSD benefits cannot receive an amount that surpasses 80 percent of the average earnings the worker made before the disabling incident. This includes benefits paid to family members. In the event the amount that is received through both payments goes beyond 80 percent,

According to reports, a recent accident in Arizona nearly resulted in an employee almost losing his arm. The accident occurred at an Arizona sawmill. The employee, a 19-year-old, was working to clear the area of wood chip debris when the accident occurred. The teen’s sleeve became caught in the chain

Arizona residents who believe they may be eligible for workers’ compensation benefits often have many questions about the process. After all, it is a procedure that can take multiple steps, sometimes consuming a great length of time in a person’s life. But many rely on workers’ compensation benefits in order

Arizona residents are likely aware of the fact that work environments can be dangerous. Even with the many Occupational Safety and Health Administration’s (OSHA) regulations and safety requirements that employers are expected to abide by, work environments still often contain many hazards and dangers. Sometimes, the danger of a work

A workplace accident can happen out of nowhere. An Arizona resident may be going about his or her normal routine, completing the daily tasks that are required, when all of a sudden an accident occurs. While the accident may only take a second to happen, the results can be long

Being injured on the job can have many life-altering effects for Arizona residents. All of a sudden, an employee may no longer be able to perform his or her daily duties. He or she may also be required to have a prolonged stay in a hospital, and may have to

Most Arizona residents likely do not expect to become involved in a workplace accident. However, this kind of situation can happen to just about anyone, regardless of the type of environment in which a person works. Understandably, many emotions can arise following a workplace accident. A victim may feel confused,