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Volunteers from Phillips Law Group Assist with Community Outreach in September

Committing time to making a difference in the community is important to our firm, and we’ve had several opportunities for volunteers from our team to go out and assist with community outreach in September. There’s never a shortage of opportunities to give back for anyone who wants to devote just...

Who is Eligible to Make a 9/11 Victim Compensation Fund Claim?

The September 11th Victim Compensation Fund, also referred to as the 9/11 Victim Compensation Fund, is a federal program created to provide financial compensation and assistance to individuals who suffered physical harm or died as a result of the terrorist attacks on September 11, 2001, as well as efforts related...

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What is Kratom? How the Supplement Could Lead to Addiction

On the surface, kratom seems safe enough; it comes from the leaves of an evergreen tree called Mitragyna speciosa and is an herbal substance. Although kratom has potential therapeutic uses, it also carries a risk for addiction that cannot be ignored. What is Kratom? Kratom, according to the National Institute...

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Study Links Depo-Provera to Brain Tumors: What You Should Know

Currently, many law firms and injured individuals are bringing lawsuits against drug manufacturer Pfizer following reports that using the birth control injection Depo-Provera may be related to a heightened risk for brain tumors. One specific study links Depo-Provera to brain tumors and has led to increased investigation into a possible...

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What is SIRVA? All About the Medical Condition

You may have generally heard about SIRVA, or Shoulder Injury Related to Vaccine Administration, or even known people who have suffered from this medical condition. But what is SIRVA, exactly? You may be surprised to learn that it’s such a serious injury that people sometimes need the assistance of a...

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Depo-Provera May Increase the Risk of Developing Intracranial Meningioma

Long-term use of the injectable contraceptive Depo-Provera may increase the risk of developing a rare type of brain tumor called meningioma, according to a study published in the British Medical Journal. Shockingly, the study found that the risk of developing an intracranial meningioma may increase 5.6-fold if the medication is...

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Maggie’s Place and Feeding Arizona Community Outreach Work Continues for Phillips Law Volunteers

Phillips Law Group is committed to regularly assisting with outreach work in the community, and that work continued through the month of August. Late in the month, our volunteers helped with Maggie’s Place and Feeding Arizona community service work, and we have plenty of opportunities coming up to assist...

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Phillips Law Group Supports Special Olympics Arizona Bowl-A-Thon Bash Event

Volunteers from Phillips Law Group and the Phillips Law Group Foundation supported the Special Olympics Arizona Bowl-A-Thon Bash event on August 16, with eight volunteers split into several teams to bowl alongside participants. For many, it was one of the most memorable community outreach opportunities our firm has taken part...

Phillips Law Group Team Members Recognized by Best Lawyers in America

We are so proud to announce that two Phillips Law Group team members – Nasser Abujbarah and Michael Blom – have been recognized for individual excellence through the Best Lawyers in America peer review program! Nasser is being honored in the 31st edition of Best Lawyers in America for his...

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Phillips Law Group Continues Community Outreach Work in August

August is shaping up to be a busy month for volunteers at Phillips Law Group! Community outreach work in August has so far included helping out a few of our long-time community service partners including Maggie’s Place, Cloud Covered Streets, and NourishPHX – and there are even more opportunities to...