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Types of Workplace Accidents in Workers’ Comp Claims

According to the National Safety Council, a worker is injured every seven seconds on the job. The types of injuries sustained are often life-changing, keeping workers away from their jobs. There are many types of workplace accidents that cause workers to suffer injuries that are eligible for workers' compensation benefits....

USC Offers $215 Million Over Sexual Abuse Claims

Last Friday, the University of Southern California (USC) agreed to pay $215 million in damages after dozens of patients filed lawsuits accusing longtime campus gynecologist Dr. George Tyndall of sexual abuse. Thesettlement would provide at least $2,500 to any student treated by Tyndall over the course of his 30-year employment...

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Motorcycle Safety Tips for Accident Prevention

A large percentage ofall reported motorcycle accidents result in serious injury or death, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). Motorcycles do not offer the level of safety protection that passenger vehicles do, making it critical that motorcyclists take steps to protect themselves and prevent accidents. Practicing the...

Arizona Drunk Driving Accidents | Phillips Law Group

Arizona highways are flooded with tourist and local traffic, and car accidents are commonplace when people are distracted, attempt to speed through rush-hour traffic, or speed excessively in zones where slower speeds are mandatory. What makes an already frightening situation worse is when one or more drivers are driving while...

Beef Products Recalled Due to Outbreak of Salmonella

More than 6.5 million pounds of raw beef products has been recalled today by the U.S. Department of Agriculture's Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) due to an outbreak of salmonella. The recall was issued after JBS Tolleson Inc., an Arizona-based meat processing plant, was identified as the common supplier...

Arizona Product Liability Laws | Phillips Law Group

Manufacturers and other parties that bring goods into the market have the legal responsibility to exercise due care to ensure the product is not defective and is safe to use. However, every year defective products make their way into consumers' homes and businesses, causing them harm. If you or a...

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The Social Security Disability Appeals Process

If your claim for Social Security Disability benefits has been denied, you have the right to appeal this initial decision. There are several levels of the appeals process you may pursue. Our skilled Phoenix Social Security Disability lawyers at Phillips Law Group can help guide you through every step of...

More than 2.8 million traumatic brain injuries occurred in the U.S. in 2013, according to the most recent data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). September is National Traumatic Brain Injury Awareness Month, a time when it is especially important to consider these injuries and learn more...

Nursing homes are charged with caring for elderly patients when their families are not able to. However, when a nursing home fails to protect its residents due to negligence or an abusive staff member, it may be held liable for the victim's injures. Nursing home abuse can take many forms,...

Medical Malpractice Cases and Informed Consent

Health care providers are responsible for obtaining your informed consent before any form of medical care is given. This includes informing you of the benefits and risks involved in your treatment or procedure. If a health care provider fails to obtain your informed consent before providing treatment and causes harm,...