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The Construction Workers Guide to Workers’ Compensation Claims in Phoenix

According to data from Associated General Contractors of America (AGC), approximately 7.4 million workers are employed in the construction industry nationwide. With a rapidly growing population, construction is vital to Phoenix. Unfortunately, construction sites are not always as safe as they should be for workers. Too many construction workers sustain avoidable injuries.    Are you …

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Are Self-Employed People Covered By Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI)?

Our economy relies on the contributions of self-employed workers—from small business owners to freelancers. The Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) estimates that more than 10 percent of the U.S. workforce is classified as self-employed. What happens if a self-employed person develops a disabling injury, illness, or other medical impairment? Can they qualify for SSDI?   …

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What to Know About Social Security Disability (SSD) Benefits for Fibromyalgia

Fibromyalgia is one of the most common debilitating medical conditions. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) estimates that approximately four million Americans are currently living with fibromyalgia. You may be wondering: Can I get Social Security disability benefits for fibromyalgia? The answer is “yes’—or at least it is possible to qualify for benefits. …

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Arizona Supreme Court Clarifies Legal Standard for Workers’ Compensation and Mental Health Injuries

According to reporting from Business Insurance, the Arizona Supreme Court has issued a key decision clarifying the state’s legal standard for workers’ compensation and mental health injuries. In ruling against a Tucson police officer, the state’s highest court determined that mental health injuries without a corresponding physical impairment are only compensable in the narrow circumstances …

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SSDI Claim Denied in Phoenix? Five Things You Need to Know About What Happens Next 

Did you know that most Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) claims are denied? According to the Social Security Administration (SSA), more than 7 in 10 initial disability claims are turned down. It is a stunning statistic. At the same time, it is also important to understand that a significant share of initial SSDI denials are …

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