Statute of Limitations: 1 Year
Workers' comp claims must be filed within one year of the injury (or discovery of the injury). Strict deadline.
Workers' Compensation Lawyer in Phoenix and Across Arizona
Injured on the job in Arizona? You have legal rights — and may also have a separate third-party claim worth far more than workers' comp alone.
If you've been injured on the job in Arizona, you have legal rights — but the workers' compensation system can be confusing, and employers and insurers don't always have your best interests in mind. From construction site injuries in the West Valley to warehouse and manufacturing accidents across the East Valley, Saguaro Injury Law helps injured Arizona workers get the medical care and wage replacement they're entitled to.
In some cases, you may also have a separate personal injury claim against a third party — a negligent contractor, equipment manufacturer, or driver in a work-related crash — and that can mean significantly more compensation than workers' comp alone.
We handle claims before the Industrial Commission of Arizona and pursue every avenue of recovery so you and your family are protected during a long recovery.
Common Workplace Injuries
- Construction site falls
- Warehouse and manufacturing accidents
- Repetitive motion injuries
- Forklift and heavy equipment accidents
- Slip and fall on the job
- Vehicle accidents while working
- Chemical exposure
- Back and spine injuries
- Heat-related illness
- Workplace violence
What to Do After a Workplace Injury
- 01Report the injury to your employer in writing immediately
- 02Get medical attention
- 03Request a copy of the employer's incident report
- 04Document everything — photos, witness names, written account
- 05Don't sign anything from the comp insurer without legal review
- 06File a comp claim with the Industrial Commission of Arizona
- 07Consult with a workers' comp attorney
What Compensation You May Be Entitled To
Common categories of damages we pursue for clients.
Medical Treatment
Authorized medical care for your work injury, fully covered.
Temporary Disability
Approximately 66.67% of your average monthly wage while you recover.
Permanent Disability
Benefits if your injury results in lasting impairment.
Vocational Rehabilitation
Retraining and job placement when you can't return to your old job.
Death Benefits
Wage replacement and burial expenses for surviving family members.
Third-Party Recovery
When a non-employer caused your injury, you may have a separate PI claim worth much more.
Arizona Legal Info You Should Know
Exclusive Remedy Doctrine
You generally cannot sue your employer in addition to receiving workers' comp — comp is the exclusive remedy.
Industrial Commission of Arizona
The ICA oversees comp claims and disputes. Hearings, IME exams, and appeals run through the Commission.
Third-Party Claims May Apply
Negligent contractors, equipment manufacturers, or drivers in work-related accidents can be sued separately — often for much more.
Why Choose Saguaro for Your Case
Local
Five offices spanning the Phoenix metro, from Avondale in the West Valley to Mesa in the East. We know Arizona courts, judges, and insurance companies.
Bilingual
Spanish-speaking staff at every location, every step of the way. Your case is handled in the language you're most comfortable with.
Experienced
Decades of combined experience handling Arizona personal injury cases. We've recovered millions for clients across the state.
No Fee Promise
You pay nothing unless we recover compensation for you. Free consultations. Case-related expenses advanced on your behalf.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Arizona law prohibits retaliation for filing a comp claim. If your employer retaliates, you may have an additional wrongful termination claim.
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DON'T WAIT
Arizona's Statute of Limitations is 2 Years.
The sooner you call, the more we can do to protect your rights. Call us 24/7 — there's no charge to find out if you have a case.
(602) 555-0100