Patients who live in nursing homes in Arizona are in a very vulnerable position. They are completely dependent on their caregivers for things like food and medicine. While most nursing home residents are properly cared for, unfortunately there are some cases where the caregiver denies the patient proper treatment in the form of elder abuse in Arizona.
For example, some caregivers might overmedicate a patient. Shockingly, some caregivers do this intentionally to prevent the person from complaining or voicing concerns about the treatment they are receiving. In other cases, the medication that is necessary for the patient’s health and well-being is denied. Failure to properly administer medicine to patients is completely unacceptable – and illegal. In fact, that’s why there are laws that have been established – such as the Arizona Adult Protective Services Act – to protect nursing home patients from this kind of abuse.
If you have a loved one in an Arizona nursing home, and you think they may be over- or under-medicated intentionally, please don’t hesitate to contact us. At Breyer Law Offices, our Peoria nursing home abuse lawyers welcome your call – whether you know you want to bring a suit against a nursing home, or you’re simply looking for answers surrounding a possible nursing home abuse case. We can give you the information and advice you need, so you can make the best decision for your loved one.
Most constructions sites have a number of different subcontractors working on them. When everyone on a construction job site follows the necessary safety measures and is compliant with OSHA rules, construction site accidents involving falling objects are far less likely to happen. There are times, however, when one subcontractor fails to follow all the safety regulations, and when this happens on the construction site workers are endangered, too often resulting in a very serious injury or in some cases even death.
Falling objects can cause severe injuries or even fatalities on the construction site, and in such cases there may be a personal injury or wrongful death claim beyond what workers’ compensation may offer.
There is, however, a general prohibition against claiming against one’s own employer. This is known as “exclusive remedy”, which is what workers’ compensation essentially provides, whereby injured workers can make a claim for compensation but are not allowed to file a lawsuit against the construction company for which they work or against another co-worker. Yet because of the number of subcontractors that are often on Arizona construction sites, this prohibition, or “exclusive remedy”, does not apply to subcontractors or for the workers who work for these subcontractors. It is for this reason that a careful analysis should be conducted by an experienced Arizona construction accident attorney, to help determine whether there is a possibility for a personal injury claim in addition to workers’ compensation.
For any questions about rights of workers in relation to a construction accident injury in Phoenix that occurred due to a falling object on a construction site, or any other questions concerning construction accidents, please contact us for more information.
As an experienced certified specialist by the State of Arizona in wrongful death and personal injury law, I understand better than most why people are unsure about hiring an attorney. People want honest answers to their questions so that they can make an informed decision, and this is especially true when the injury does not result from the typical car accident case.
As experienced Tucson personal injury lawyers, we have seen a number of cases that involve electric shock or electrocution because of failures on a construction site, or even cases of faulty workmanship. A worker injured due to defective wiring often has numerous questions. When construction workers come to us or other construction accident lawyers, they want to know what rights they have and if they are allowed to bring a personal injury claim. If they are allowed to bring a personal injury claim for their claim, they then often wish to know the cost of conducting the case, including how much it will cost to bring in experts on construction accidents.
Anyone with questions relating to a construction site injury or other on the job injury should contact us. We will readily provide you with honest answers to determine whether you may have a claim. Sometimes, construction accident claims are limited to workers’ compensation. If this is so, we will tell you upfront. As experienced Phoenix electrocution accident attorneys, we have found it much better to give honest answers rather than sugar coat the situation. With other construction accidents, a worker may have additional rights beyond a workers’ compensation claim against their employer. This is often the case if a worker has been electrocuted or suffered an injury due to electric shock, as many times it was a subcontractor that failed to properly install wiring and not an issue caused directly by the worker’s employer.
For any questions relating to this or any other type of on the job injury, we invite you to contact us to learn more about your rights.
As personal injury attorneys in Arizona who have handled many brain injury cases, we know that finding support and resources can be a vital first step in dealing with a traumatic brain injury. Luckily, there are many resources out there for people who are suffering from a traumatic brain injury.
- The Brain Injury Association (www.biausa.org) provides information and resources to support those suffering from a traumatic brain injury.
- In addition, the Brain Injury Society (www.bisociety.org) provides many answers to individuals impacted by a brain injury.
- If you’re looking for a more medically oriented site, the American Academy of Neurology (www.aan.com) also provides information regarding treatment options and medical issues stemming from traumatic brain injury.
If you’ve suffered from a traumatic brain injury and you’re looking for legal answers, please contact Breyer Law Offices. We are experienced Phoenix brain injury attorneys and can give you the information you need to decide whether or not you want to pursue a personal injury case. Not all injuries should result in a personal injury claim. But at least by consulting with an attorney, you’ll have the legal advice you need to make the best decision for you and your family.
Accidents that occur on Peoria, Arizona construction sites are both common and complex. When a worker suffers a serious injury on the job in AZ, there are many different laws and regulations that come into play. For instance, OSHA may investigate the accident to ensure OSHA rules were properly followed. In addition, the employer may investigate whether or not employees followed the rules that were set out for that particular job site. In certain cases, the injured person may also have the right to file a personal injury claim.
When accidents and injuries do occur, injured workers may want to consult with a Peoria construction accident lawyer. But, in many cases, they don’t know where to look to find the attorney who is best suited for their particular situation.
There are many different ways to determine if an Arizona injury lawyer is right for you. First of all, you need to ensure that the lawyer has experience with Arizona construction site accidents. Why? Because these kinds of accidents have their own rules and regulations, in addition to different kinds of experts and other factors that must be considered. Also, you may want to think about hiring an injury attorney who is a certified specialist in injury and wrongful death litigation in Arizona. Being a specialist ensures that the lawyer has a wealth of experience surrounding personal injury cases.
If you have been injured on an Arizona construction site and you’d like to know your rights, please contact Breyer Law Offices. We have experience in all kinds of Arizona construction accident cases and can give you honest answers and guidance, as well as educate you about all of your legal options, so you can make the best decision for you and your family.
When looking for a Phoenix product liability attorney, it’s important to hire an attorney who actually has experience in this specialized area of the law, not just general personal injury experience. People who have suffered injuries from defective products deserve to have someone on their side who knows how to handle these kinds of cases properly and who understands the complex law surrounding product liability.
When it comes to product liability cases, the most public cases typically involve car manufactures. From the Ford Pinto to the more recent Toyota claims, there’s a long list of car manufacturers that have been accused of putting dangerous cars on the roadways. But proving these claims can be a long and expensive journey. Therefore, hiring the best product liability attorney is an important first step before taking any other action, including contacting the car manufacturer.
If you or a loved one has been injured by a defective car in Arizona – or any other defective product, please don’t hesitate to contact us. At Breyer Law Offices, we welcome your call – whether you know you want to bring a suit against the negligent company, or you’re simply looking for answers surrounding a possible product liability case. We can give you the information and advice you need, so you can make the best decision for you and your family.
Phoenix construction accident lawyers are extremely concerned about the high incidence of injuries and fatalities related to falls at work sites, particularly those that involve loose or unstable scaffolding. Officials at a construction site are currently investigating a worker’s 15-foot fall from a scaffold. According to a news report in the Pioneer Press, the man remains in critical condition after he sustained significant head injuries. The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) is investigating the incident as well. The injured construction worker was apparently an employee of a masonry subcontractor. The extent of the worker’s injuries or his current condition is not known.
A number of construction workers nationwide get injured or killed each year as a result of loose scaffolding or lack of adequate fall safety protection systems while working on scaffolding. It is the employer’s responsibility to make sure that workers have been properly trained and provide a safe work environment. A big part of that effort, especially at a construction site, is to make sure that OSHA safety standards are followed with respect to scaffolding, equipment, ladders and trenches. These guidelines are there for a reason. Such tragic accidents and devastating injuries can be easily prevented by following basic safety standards.
If you or a loved one has been injured in an Arizona scaffold accident, please contact Breyer Law Offices P.C. to find out more information about your legal rights and options. Our experienced attorneys will assess your case and determine whether there was any negligence or wrongdoing.
Our skilled attorneys will also make a determination as to whether you have a third party claim. Such claims are usually filed against a negligent party other than the employer. Examples of third parties include a contractor, sub-contractor or a defective product manufacturer. We will make sure that you receive just compensation for the injuries and damages you have suffered. Call Breyer Law today at 602-978-6400 for a free consultation and a comprehensive case evaluation.
A construction company owner and a mechanic are facing manslaughter charges, according to a CBS news report. Apparently, the mechanic is being accused of performing a poor repair job on a giant rig that ended up collapsing and killing two workers. Based on the article, the owner and the mechanic hired a Chinese company over the Internet to weld a critical component in the crane. Prosecutors say they did not follow rules to ensure that the repair was done properly. The weld failed after barely a month of use sending pieces of the 200-foot-tall crane crashing on to an apartment building. The crane operator and a construction worker were killed and another worker was critically injured.
This was one of two devastating crane accidents in Manhattan. Following both of these crane accidents, the city’s Buildings Commissioner increased training requirements for crane operators and inspectors and required them to take additional safety steps. If convicted of the manslaughter charges, the owner and the mechanic face up to 15 years in prison. Both pleaded not guilty to the charges.
In cases where construction companies deliberately put their workers’ lives in jeopardy, they should be held accountable for the injuries and wrongful death caused by their negligence. In this particular case, prosecutors have determined that what the construction company owner and mechanic did was criminal.
If your Arizona construction accident injuries were caused by someone else’s negligence, please call Breyer Law Offices P.C. Our Phoenix construction accident lawyers always offer a free consultation to injured victims and their families. Call us today at 623-930-8064 to find out how we can help.
Choosing an injury Arizona attorney can be overwhelming. There are so many personal injury attorneys in Phoenix and most claim that they are “the best.” So how can you make your decision a little bit easier? By asking the right questions.
One question to ask a personal injury attorney you’re looking to hire is whether or not that attorney is willing to take your case to trial. While most personal injury cases do settle, it’s important to know that your attorney will take the case to trial if the insurance company or negligent party is trying to deny compensation or is offering a low settlement amount.
Other information that’s important to determine before hiring an attorney is whether or not that attorney will be upfront with you. Are they going to simply tell you what you want to hear, or are they going to provide you with honest advice and information?
As Phoenix personal injury attorneys, we think it’s critically important to look beyond just credentials to find an attorney that’s the right fit for you. This may involve a little digging and interviewing, but the result is that you’ll hire a lawyer who you feel most comfortable with.
If you’re looking for a personal injury attorney in Phoenix, and you have questions, please don’t hesitate to contact Breyer Law Offices. We have experience in all types of personal injury cases and we are honest, upfront, and open. If we don’t think you have a valid personal injury claim, we’ll be the first to tell you. But if we do think you have a claim, we will give you all the information you need and explain all of your options to you, so you can make the best decision for you and your family.
When someone has been injured while crossing the street or walking down the road, they often wonder what kind of attorney they should hire. Would an auto accident attorney be their best bet? Or an attorney who handles pedestrian accidents in Arizona? Our advice is to hire the best personal injury lawyer you can find. Most lawyers will have experience dealing with cases involving car accidents as well as pedestrian accidents.
With that said, there are laws that apply to pedestrian accident cases that don’t apply to car accident cases. In addition, in pedestrian accident cases, we oftentimes see a bias against the pedestrian both on juries and in law enforcement. It’s not done intentionally (we hope), but it’s easier to blame the injured person walking alongside the road then it is to blame the driver of the car.
At Breyer Law Offices, we have extensive experience in handling both car accident and pedestrian accident claims throughout Arizona. If you’ve been injured in a pedestrian accident case, our Arizona injury lawyers welcome your call – whether you know you want to bring a suit against the negligent party, or you’re simply looking for answers surrounding a possible claim. We can give you the information and advice you need, so you can make the best decision for you and your family.
