What is an idiopathic fall for work comp in Utah
Falling and injuring one’s self on-the-job in Utah is generally the type of accident that workers compensation will pay for under Utah Law. Tripping over an extension cord, slipping on ice or on wet surface for example. However, there is an exception to the workers comp laws…
Learn MoreWhat is an Independent Medical Evaluation (IME) and do I have to go?
An Independent Medical Evaluation” or IME for short, is a general doctor’s visit that is performed by a doctor who generally “works” for the insurance company to determine whether they insurance company should pay for your claim or not. I am sure by now you have already…
Learn MoreWhat if my employer refuses to report my workers’ compensation injury?
“Hey man, don’t report this injury, just put it on your own insurance, workers’ comp is just going to deny it anyways…” Unfortunately, we see it too often (particularly in the construction industry) where a safety manager or manager tells an injured worker NOT to report…
Learn MoreHow do I report my workers’ compensation injury?
One of the biggest questions we get here at our firm is what someone needs to do when they are injured at work. The answer to that question is actually two-fold because there are responsibilities on behalf of both the injured worker and the employer. Employee…
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