Business Details
Experienced Workers' Compensation & Personal Injury Legal Representation
Hendrickson & Palmer PC provides aggressive legal representation to clients throughout Arizona. With offices in Phoenix and Prescott, our attorneys handle workers compensation and personal injury cases statewide including in Maricopa County, Yavapai County, Pima County, Coconino County, and rural communities across the state. Whether you're located in a major city or a remote area, we are committed to delivering high-quality legal services wherever you are. Our Phoenix personal injury attorney team has been fighting for the rights of personal injury victims for decades and we have received millions of dollars in settlements and verdicts on behalf of our clients.We limit the number of cases we accept to ensure every client receives personal attention. Our attorneys travel for clients and their families to provide the best legal representation available. We maintain a strong reputation for successfully representing injured workers and employers facing workers compensation claims.
Services
Workers' Compensation
Personal Injury
Uninsured Employer Defense
Workplace Injury Claims
Employer Legal Defense
Highlights and features
- Board-certified workers' compensation attorney with less than 5% of Arizona Bar members achieving this certification
- Combined legal experience of over 60 years in workers' compensation and personal injury law
- Limit case volume to provide personalized attention to every client
- Successfully recovered millions in settlements and verdicts for clients
- Unique defense practice for uninsured employers facing workers' compensation claims
Associations and certifications
- Arizona Board of Legal Specialization
What people say
Board-certified attorney
Millions in settlements
Personalized attention
Successful case outcomes
Effective communication
Services
Workers' Compensation
Our workers' compensation attorneys represent injured employees and employers throughout Arizona. We handle claims for medical expenses, lost wages, and disability benefits while navigating the Industrial Commission of Arizona's requirements. Our board-certified attorneys leverage decades of experience to maximize benefits for workers while providing strategic defense for uninsured employers facing claims.
Personal Injury
We represent clients injured through others' negligence in personal injury cases including auto accidents, slip and falls, and wrongful death. Our contingency fee basis allows clients to pursue justice without upfront costs. We document evidence, negotiate with insurers, and litigate when necessary to secure fair compensation for medical expenses, pain and suffering, and lost income.
Uninsured Employer Defense
Our firm uniquely defends Arizona businesses without workers' compensation insurance facing claims. We challenge improper claims through legal strategies including independent contractor status arguments and multi-employer liability defenses. We help employers minimize financial exposure while addressing potential criminal penalties and civil fines associated with lacking required insurance coverage.
Workplace Injury Claims
We handle complex workplace injury cases involving repetitive stress injuries, toxic exposure, and catastrophic accidents. Our attorneys work with medical experts to document injuries and establish work-related causation. We represent clients in claims for temporary and permanent disability benefits while ensuring compliance with Arizona's strict workers' compensation reporting deadlines.
Employer Legal Defense
We defend Arizona employers against workers' compensation claims while addressing regulatory compliance issues. Our services include challenging improper claims, negotiating settlements, and representing businesses before the Industrial Commission of Arizona. We help employers understand their legal obligations while protecting business and personal assets from claim-related liabilities.
People
Adam Palmer
Senior Partner | Founding Shareholder
Board-certified workers' compensation attorney with decades of experience representing injured workers and employers. Successfully recovered millions in settlements while maintaining membership in the Arizona Bar Association's top 5% of certified specialists. Leads the firm's legal strategy and client representation.
Jett Palmer
Attorney
Handles workers' compensation and personal injury cases with focus on client communication and case preparation. Works closely with senior attorneys to develop legal strategies while maintaining direct client contact throughout the claims process.
Ellen Hendrickson
Attorney
Contributes legal expertise in personal injury and workers' compensation matters. Focuses on case preparation, client consultation, and legal research to support the firm's litigation and settlement negotiation efforts.
Questions
What does workers' compensation cover in Arizona?
Arizona workers' comp covers medical expenses, lost wages, permanent disability benefits, job retraining costs, and death benefits for work-related injuries or illnesses.
How do I file a workers' compensation claim?
Report the injury to your employer within one year, seek medical treatment, and submit required forms to the Industrial Commission of Arizona within the statutory deadline.
What if my employer doesn't have workers' comp insurance?
Arizona employers must carry workers' comp insurance. If uninsured, you may pursue claims against the employer directly while they face potential criminal penalties and civil fines.
How long do I have to report a workplace injury?
In Arizona, you must report work-related injuries to your employer within one year of the incident or when you first became aware of the occupational illness.
What are common work-related injuries?
Common claims involve slip and falls, overexertion injuries, repetitive strain injuries, machinery accidents, vehicle collisions, and exposure to hazardous substances.
Can I choose my own doctor for treatment?
Employers can direct initial medical care, but you may select your own physician after the first visit or if seeking second opinions about your work-related injury treatment.
