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Workers Compensation - Know Your Rights

Author : Leon Pena
Workers Compensation is a very complex system, A disputed issue arising under the claim regarding compensability or eligibility for, or the amount of, income or death benefits law firms can stand toe to toe for your rights.Medical Fee Disputes; Medical Fee Disputes involve a dispute over the amount of payment for health care rendered to an injured employee and determined to be medically necessary and appropriate for treatment of that employee's compensable injury. The dispute is for reasons other than the medical necessity of the care . The dispute is resolved by the commission pursuant to commission rules, relating to Medical Dispute Resolution of a Medical Fee Dispute.Employee Reimbursement Dispute. An employee who has paid for health care may request medical dispute resolution of a denied reimbursement. The employee may only pursue reimbursement up to the amount the employee paid the provider. Reimbursement shall be fair and reasonable in accordance with commission rules, and shall not exceed the Maximum Allowable Reimbursement as established in the appropriate fee guideline, or in the absence of a fee guideline, the amount determined to be fair and reasonable for the health care.An injured employee may choose to receive a brand name drug rather than a generic drug or over-the-counter alternative to a prescription medication that is prescribed by a health care provider. In such instances, the injured employee shall pay the difference in cost between generic drugs and brand name drugs. The transaction between the employee and the pharmacist is considered final and is not subject to medical dispute resolution by the Commission. In addition, the employee is not entitled to reimbursement from the insurance carrier for the difference in cost between generic and brand name drugsDo not modify this article Workers Compensation Law Workers Compensation Law - information to help you understand your rights and obligations. Workers Compensation Law Workers Compensation Law - information to help you understand your rights and obligations. webmaster@worker-comp-law.com
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Bugging and Tape Recording Conversations in Arizona: Is it Legal?

Author : Trent Wilcox
Lawyers often receive inquiries about the legalities of recording phone or other conversations in Arizona. In particular, the issue frequently arises in family law cases where child custody is at issue. Related to the recording issue is the "bugging" issue.There are a number of variables that affect the answer to the central question, whether it is legal to either record or even bug conversations. First, bugging and recording are two different issues under Arizona law, often related, but also potentially very different under the law. Second, the laws regarding bugging and recording vary significantly by jurisdiction so what is legal in one state may be illegal in another. As well, the federal law may vary from state laws.The following is a very brief analysis of the bugging and recording law in Arizona:A. Bugging, otherwise known as wiretapping, typically means placing a device on a phone that allows one to eavesdrop on a conversation or other transmission. Bugging by a private party is considered illegal almost all of the time for two reasons primarily: First, it allows someone to listen to a private conversation between two or more unsuspecting parties. Second, bugs are usually placed without permission so you have a number of infractions inherent in such trespass-like activity. If you suspect someone has placed a bug on your phone or other device, you should call the police.B. In the case of a telephone or in-person conversation, recording simply means making a copy of the conversation between two or more people. Recording is illegal in Arizona if NO party to the conversation knows that the conversation is being recorded. However, in Arizona, and this varies by state, if one party to the conversation knows that the conversation is being recorded, it is not illegal. Thus, if someone tape records a phone call or conversation involving him/herself and another person, even one who is unaware of being recorded, that's legal in Arizona. If the same person taps into a phone line and records a conversation between two people who are unaware they are being recorded, it is ILLEGAL. Arizona and federal law are similar in this respect; however, recording conversations is illegal in certain other states unless all parties know of the recording and consent. There may be some cross-jurisdictional issues involved when tape recording a conversation across state or national boundaries. Prior to tape recording, I recommend that you consult an attorney in the appropriate jurisdiction.In summary, bugging/wiretapping is always illegal while tape recording is legal in Arizona as long as one party to the conversation is aware the conversation is being recorded. However, don't make assumptions about the law in other states -consult an attorney to determine what is allowed.Wilcox & Wilcox, P.C.
Trent Wilcox
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Fx: 602-631-4004Visit our website: www.wilcoxlegal.comCheck out our web log: www.arizonafamilylaw.blogspot.comDisclaimer: Providing the above information does not establish an attorney-client relationship. To create such a relationship, both the attorney and potential client must sign a written fee agreement. The information contained herein is meant only as general information and is not meant to be relied upon for the purpose of taking legal action. You should contact an attorney in person for further and specific information. Wilcox & Wilcox, P.C. attorneys are licensed in Arizona only except for personal injury attorney Robert N. Edwards, who is licensed in Arizona and Minnesota. Information in this article may apply only to Arizona.Attorney Trent R. Wilcox is the managing partner of Wilcox & Wilcox, P.C. Mr. Wilcox practices in the areas of family law, employment disputes and general civil litigation. Mr. Wilcox is admitted to practice in the Arizona state court and federal district court and is a member of the Maricopa County, Arizona State and American Bar Associations.Mr. Wilcox has worked closely with the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children to return abducted children to the custodial parent. He has assisted parents in cases brought under The Hague Convention of 25 October 1980 on the Civil Aspects of International Child Abduction.Mr. Wilcox plays golf professionally when time remains after family and the demands of the law office have been met and currently carries a +3.9 handicap.
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