A workplace injury can disrupt nearly every part of your life. You may be dealing with medical treatment, lost wages, and uncertainty about your ability to return to work. Workers’… CONTINUE
Workers Compensation
Third-Party Liability in Workplace Injuries: When You Can Sue Beyond Workers’ Comp in Idaho
If you are injured on the job in Idaho, your first source of recovery is usually workers’ compensation. This system is designed to provide medical care and wage benefits without… CONTINUE
Common Questions About Work-Related Back Injuries in Idaho
Work-related back injuries can be debilitating, impacting not only your physical well-being but also your ability to earn a living. If you’ve suffered a back injury on the job in… CONTINUE
Should I hire an attorney for worker’s compensation or third-party claims?
It is important to consult with an attorney for any workers’ compensation claim. These matters may become more complex when there is an additional third-party claim that is involved. In… CONTINUE
How soon do I have to file a workers’ compensation claim if I am injured?
Generally, you have 60 days from the date of the accident to report the incident to your employer. Failure to do so may impair your ability to receive benefits available… CONTINUE
What if it is revealed that my employer does not have workers’ compensation insurance?
All employers are required to have workers’ compensation insurance if they employ workers. Through workers’ compensation, the employer pays a premium to keep this type of insurance. The premiums will… CONTINUE
Does it matter who caused a car accident to be covered under worker’s compensation?
If you, the worker, cause an accident during the course and scope of employment, workers’ compensation will cover the incident. Workers’ compensation is no-fault based which means that it is… CONTINUE
Does it affect my workers compensation case if I am injured off company property?
In order to receive workers’ compensation, the injury must have occurred during the course and scope of employment. It is not necessary that you were on company property at the… CONTINUE
Am I required to see the physician for the workers’ compensation insurance company?
Generally, you are required to see the workers’ comp doctor chosen by the insurance company. This is referred to as the “chain of referral.” Normally, the injured party does not… CONTINUE
Is there a limit as to what I can receive from workers compensation?
Different parties will have different strategies to obtain the most workers’ comp benefits. However, under any circumstance, one cannot obtain double the benefit for the same occurrence. For example, if… CONTINUE