Alan M Schiffman

Alan M Schiffman's Answers (250)

Phoenix, AZ

Workers compensation Lawyer at Phoenix, AZ

Practice Areas: Workers Compensation, Social Security, Car Accidents

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I am looking for a lawyer that handles injuries that happen while employed

Alan's answer | Answered on April 28, 2015

If you had a hearing and lost your remedy is to appeal that Administrative Law Judge (ALJ) decision by first filing a Request for Review with the...

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I was recently denied disability benefits (narcolepsy) and filed an appeal-what should I do next?

Alan's answer | Answered on April 27, 2015

While it is not required to have representation at any stage of a claim for Social Security Disability Insurance Benefits, an attorney...

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Scared and not sure what to do about workman's comp in Arizona

Alan's answer | Answered on April 24, 2015

As the others have indicated - you acted appropriately in promptly notifying your employer. This is required by the law in most instances. To...

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Do I need a lawyer or have a case at all?

Alan's answer | Answered on April 24, 2015

The workers' compensation act is the exclusive remedy for an on the job injury for a worker hired in or injured in Arizona. Unless your employer...

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After IME worker's compensation benefits have been terminated.

Alan's answer | Answered on April 07, 2015

You have a right to request a hearing if you disagree with a notice of claim status issued by the insurance carrier. You must have your request...

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Work injury award given to me from the industrial commission and now the work comp insurance company wants to take it away.

Alan's answer | Answered on March 17, 2015

Every injured worker has the right to have their claim decided upon the evidence in his/her matter. Judges will ultimately decide the injured...

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Workers compensation

Alan's answer | Answered on March 16, 2015

There are many certified workers' compensation specialists in the Phoenix area. Most do an initial consultation for no fee. You should contact...

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Do I have to get a back operation if I was injured at work to receive benefits?

Alan's answer | Answered on March 01, 2015

If the injury is covered under the Arizona workers' compensation system you don't have to undergo surgery. If you don't want to proceed with...

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What can I do if I have a workers compensation claim and my employer doesnt comply

Alan's answer | Answered on February 28, 2015

you have two separate issues. The first relates to your employment status and the work environment. You need to discuss these issues with the...

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What steps should I take next in my husbands workers compensation case?

Alan's answer | Answered on December 15, 2014

I agree with the others. This is a complicated issue. First, your husband doesn't have to agree his condition is stationary. If he...

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