Legal Question in Workers Comp in Arizona

Re: How Do I File A Claim in Arizona?

You indicated that your injury was covered by workers' compensation, but then you go on to ask how to file a claim, so I'm confused about whether you're referring to a claim for your injury, or a claim for permanent disability.

You can call the Industrial Commission Claims Department (they're in the phone book--LawGuru doesn't let me include phone numbers in my answers!) to assure that you do have a claim filed. If you don't, it is critical to get it filed ASAP. You technically have one year to file a workers' compensation claim, but waiting that long will cause you problems with the additional requirement that an injury be "reported forthwith".

If you are only talking about permanent disability, you don't have to do anything. The industrial carrier will issue a notice indicating how much permanent impairment you have suffered, and declaring their position about how much they think you should get for permanent disability (if anything).

YOU ARE AT A CRITICAL JUNCTURE. I recommend that you promptly consult with an attorney who specializes in workers' compensation law. At my office, such consultations are free and without obligation.