First responders deal with a variety of situations including accidents, fires, and violence. But it can be too much. Arizona workers’ compensation now covers PTSD.
Contributor: Robert E. Wisniewski
Mr. Wisniewski is a certified workers’ compensation specialist by the Arizona Board of Legal Specialization. He has represented all types of injured workers in the Grand Canyon State for over 40 years, from landscapers to first responders (including families of the Granite Mountain Hotshots), professional athletes (AZ Cardinals, AZ Coyotes, etc.) as well as everyday workers. He provides quality representation throughout Arizona with offices in Phoenix, Kingman, Payson and Yuma.
Arizona Construction Worker Killed in Hit and Run
Losing a loved one is hard enough. But if you have to deal with workers’ compensation benefits or the possibility of a lawsuit, it can be even harder.
COVID-19, Return To Work Policy and the Arizona Workplace
The CDC has issued guidelines for how employers can safely bring workers back to work during the COVID-19 pandemic. Here’s what you need to know:
The Most Dangerous Toxic Chemicals At Work To Watch Out For
One of the biggest risks for chemical exposure is in the workplace, even though it’s your employer’s responsibility to keep you safe. Here’s what to know in Arizona:
What’s The Difference Between FELA and Workers’ Compensation?
Most railroad employees are covered under a FELA, federal insurance coverage that’s similar to workers’ comp but has some different rules.
Featured Attorney Interview: Bob Wisniewski Fights for Injured Workers in Arizona, Pandemic Be Damned
We are living in unprecedented times. Amidst the ongoing coronavirus (COVID-19) crisis, much of the world has come to a standstill. And yet, people are still getting injured at work, […]
How Workers’ Compensation Works for State and Federal Employees in Arizona
Workplace injuries are a common occurrence. You might have one of the most dangerous jobs in America, or maybe your workplace is fairly hazard-free—but accidents can still happen anywhere. Each […]
When You Can (and Can’t) Be Fired After a Work Injury
An on-the-job injury is stressful for a whole host of reasons. Aside from the physical pain you might be experiencing, you probably require a variety of medical appointments, surgeries, and […]
Does Workers’ Compensation Pay Lost Overtime?
Overtime, by definition, is time you work that’s outside your normal scheduled hours, if those hours bring your weekly total to more than 40 hours of work performed. Many companies […]
Weird Laws in Arizona
Arizona. It’s the heart of the Wild West. Home to the Grand Canyon. The red rocks of Sedona. Tombstone and the O.K. Corral. But Arizona can be… quirky… especially when […]