The prolonged usage of handheld power tools by laborers in Arizona can pose a risk of acquiring vibration-induced white finger. The severity of the symptoms tends to worsen with increased exposure to vibrations. In addition, individuals with pre-existing conditions...
Workers’ compensation is accident insurance that a company pays to protect them from financial liability when one of their employees gets hurt on the job. This insurance ensures that Arizona employees injured on the job won’t have to pay their medical fees or lose out...
Repetitive stress injuries are a part of life for many Arizona residents. From athletes to office workers, just about anyone can experience an overuse injury. You’re at risk if you engage in an activity that exposes your ligaments, bones, muscles and tendons to...
A misconception exists that workers' compensation only covers physical injuries. In Arizona, it is possible to file a workers' compensation claim based on a diagnosis of post-traumatic stress disorder. However, the employee must provide compelling proof that the PTSD...
Back pain and injuries are a frequent concern in the Arizona workplace. These injuries can range from minor aches and pains to debilitating conditions leading to long-term disability. Therefore, employers and employees need to understand the causes of workplace back...
All workers deserve to feel valued and their safety protected by their employers. Sadly, some Arizona employees are subject to unsafe working conditions that cause accidents and serious injuries. Amazon has been fined for that very issue. Amazon found in violation of...
In Arizona, many work in an office where they use a computer all day and might have pain in their wrists, forearms, or shoulders. Should you immediately be concerned that it is a repetitive strain injury? Repetitive strain injury and diagnosis A repetitive strain...
A repetitive stress injury occurs often to athletes who constantly perform the same movements. A serious injury could affect the growth of a young child's body, and a young, injured athlete may never be allowed to compete again in Arizona. Many of the injuries occur...
Vibration, repetitive motion and compression can cause repetitive stress injuries in the musculoskeletal or nervous systems. Office and assembly line workers are more prone to get these injuries, but they can happen to anyone living in Arizona. These injuries can...
No employee wants to get hurt, but many suffer injuries from accidents and other mishaps. An Arizona worker might wish to file for workers' compensation benefits, hoping to receive financial support to deal with their days of missed work. Knowing the steps in the...
