Phillips Law Group Blog - Learn Your Rights

On July 1, a provision of Proposition 206 will go into effect that requires employers in Arizona to provide their employees with mandatory earned paid sick leave. As Proposition 206, or the Fair Wages and Healthy Families Act, takes effect, the concept of mandatory earned paid sick leave may be...

How Do I Appeal a Workers’ Compensation Claim Decision?

If your workers' compensation claim was denied, you must appeal the decision to receive the benefits you need. Unfortunately, the appeals process can be complicated and difficult to navigate on your own. Having an experienced Phoenix workers' compensation attorney by your side can help ease the burden on your shoulders....

MADD June Newsletter Mentions “Duct Tape Timâ€ Fundraiser

The Phillips Law Group is excited to announce that our firm was mentioned in Mothers Against Drunk Driving's (MADD) June 2017 newsletter for the success of our “Duct Tape Tim” fundraiser. To raise money for the 2017 Phoenix Walk Like MADD event, the Phillips Law Group hosted the fundraiser in...

Social Security Disability Application | Everything You Should Know

Social Security disability benefits provide valuable financial support to those who are suffering from a disability and are unable to earn an income. If you qualify to receive benefits through Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) or Supplemental Security Income (SSI), you will need to know how to apply for these...

7 Defensive Driving Tips

You can never predict the actions of other motorists sharing the roadway. Because of this, driving defensively can help you identify and appropriately respond to threats to ensure your safety. The Phillips Law Group's Phoenix car accident attorneys have provided these defensive driving tips that can keep you and others...

Do I Have a Medical Malpractice Case? | Phillips Law Group

Medical malpractice occurs when a patient suffers harm, injury or death because a medical professional or provider failed to provide the appropriate care or treatment. Individuals who have experienced this may be entitled to file a claim for compensation for medical expenses, pain and suffering, and more. However, these are...

Statutes of Limitations for Personal Injury in Arizona

A statute of limitations is a time limit used by courts to determine when a person can bring a civil claim. If you miss this important deadline, your claim will likely be dismissed. This guide will inform you of the statutes of limitations that apply to personal injury lawsuits in...

Social Security Disability and Workers Compensation Benefits

If you suffer from a disability that was caused by a work-related accident, it may be possible to receive benefits from both workers' compensation and Social Security Disability (SSD). Collecting benefits through both workers' compensation insurance and SSD is rare, and both programs are known for denying candidates on their...

How to File a Workers’ Compensation Claim in Arizona

Workers' compensation is a no-fault benefits program that compensates employees for medical expenses and lost wages resulting from a workplace injury or illness. Although Arizona law requires most employers to carry workers' compensation insurance, many claims are often denied. This guide will explain the process of filing a workers' compensation...

Staffing agency Hire Dynamics L.L.C. is being accused of retaliating against an employee by the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission. The worker had filed a discrimination charge against the company. The EEOC described the situation Tuesday, saying that the staffing and professional recruiting firm, based in Duluth, GA, had assigned the...