In Arizona, slip and fall attorneys need to be prepared to handle all kinds of claims, no matter where or how they occur. It's crucial for all slip and fall attorneys in Arizona to understand that the location of a victim's fall can be as important as how the fall occurred, and nowhere is this fact more obvious than in falls at work.
Although Arizona personal injury law applies to almost every kind of bodily injury imaginable, Arizona personal injury law doesn't always apply to accidents that happen at work. In many cases, someone who is injured on the job will be entitled to certain worker's compensation ("WC") benefits. These benefits generally cover two categories of compensation: (1) payment for medical care and (2) lost wage reimbursement. However, sometimes Arizona tort law will apply, for example when the fall was the result of the negligence of another company's employee. It is possible that an injured worker may have both a worker's compensation and a personal injury claim. An expert Arizona slip and fall attorney can assist you in wading through the legal minefield that exists regarding these types of claims.
Arizona personal injury law generally provides two (2) years for a victim to make a claim arising out of an injury-accident. However, if the injury is work related, this time limit may be shortened to as little as one (1) year, depending on various factors. Your lawyer will need to do some research into your case to determine how to proceed, so it is important to contact an experienced Arizona slip and fall attorney quickly so that they will have time to do the necessary preliminary investigation.
If your attorney determines that the provisions of Arizona tort law do not apply to your workplace fall, you will probably be limited to WC benefits. Worker's compensation insurance will generally cover the medical care that is "reasonably necessary" to treat your injuries. If you are out of work, you are entitled to a percentage of your pre-injury salary. If you are permanently disabled, the law spells out specific sums to be awarded for many types of injury, and a catch-all provision for injuries not specified.
It is crucial to understand that workplace falls and WC laws are very particularized and distinct from other claims in Arizona. It is important to have the guidance of an Arizona slip and fall attorney with extensive experience in workplace accidents to ensure that you get the compensation you deserve. To speak with an experienced attorney who specializes in workplace falls, call Zachar Law Firm at (602) 494-4800 or visit Phoenix Personal Injury Lawyer, Chris Zachar Online Now.
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