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Steps to Filing a Workplace Discrimination Complaint

Not only is it illegal to for an employer to discriminate against a worker in Arizona, but employers can also be held legally accountable for their discriminatory actions. Arizona law protects employees from discrimination by their employers regarding color, race, gender, age, religion, national origin and physical disability. This freedom...

Typical Signs of Illegal Workplace Retaliation

If you have filed a valid complaint against your employer, strict federal and state laws are in place that will provide you protection from retaliation. It is illegal for employers to react to complaints by forcing a sudden or unexplained switch of job assignments, demoting an employee, denying a promotion...

Workplace Gender Discrimination Claims In Arizona

Sex or gender discrimination in the workplace occurs when a person is treated differently at work because of his or her gender. This discriminatory behavior can occur when an individual is applying for a position or during the course of his or her employment. If you believe you have been...

6 Tips to Avoid Distracted Driving | Phillips Law Group

Each day in the U.S., approximately nine people are killed and 1,153 injured in auto accidents caused by distracted driving. However, motorists can avoid dangerous behaviors like distracted driving by remaining attentive and focused on the roadway. The Phillips Law Group's dedicated auto accident attorneys in Phoenix have handled numerous...

What is Duty of Care? | Phillips Law Group

If you have been injured in an accident, determining which party may be held liable often depends on whether the at-fault party was obligated to ensure your safety and well-being. In a personal injury claim, this obligation is referred to as "duty of care." When a person, corporation or entity...

Can I File a Claim After a Highway Construction Accident?

Construction work zones are common sites on roadways, highways and interstates throughout the U.S. However, these sites place construction workers at risk of suffering a serious injury or death in the event of a car accident. When this occurs, construction workers may have several legal options to obtain compensation for...

What Are the Steps in a Personal Injury Lawsuit in Arizona?

When another's negligence causes you to suffer an injury, you may be entitled to compensation from the at-fault party by filing a personal injury lawsuit. A personal injury lawsuit can help you recover compensation for your medical bills, lost wages, pain and suffering, and other damages you have incurred because...

7 Tips for Driving Next to Semi-Trucks

Accidents involving commercial trucks and passenger vehicles can be devastating. Due to the size and weight of a commercial semi-truck, these types of collisions can result in victims suffering severe injuries or even death. If you have been injured in a truck accident, the Phoenix truck accident attorneys of Phillips...

Am I Covered by Workers’ Compensation in Arizona?

Workers' compensation is a no-fault insurance system that provides compensation for lost wages and medical treatment to workers who are injured on the job. However, Arizona has specific rules regarding which workers are covered by workers' compensation insurance. If you are injured in a work-related accident, it is important to...

What Are the Symptoms of a Delayed Car Accident Injury?

Car accident victims do not always feel symptoms of injuries immediately after a collision. It can take hours, days or weeks for signs to appear if the symptoms are masked by the adrenaline rush that results from the accident. Additionally, delayed symptoms can make it more difficult to receive compensation...