Utah Workers Compensation Law

Frequently Asked Questions

How much is my case worth based on Utah workers compensation laws? 

That’s hard to say without knowing all of the details about your injury, your medical history, etc. For example, you may receive different payouts if you are partially or totally disabled, temporarily or permanently disabled, and so on. How much you earn also affects the value of you claim. 

Do I really need to hire a workers’ comp attorney in Utah? 

Whether or not you need to hire a workers’ compensation attorney in Utah depends on the specifics of your case. In some situations, it may be possible to navigate the workers’ compensation process on your own. However, there are several situations where it may be beneficial to hire an attorney. 

How much do workers compensation attorneys in Utah cost? 

At Fillmore Spencer, our workers’ compensation attorneys typically charge a contingency fee, which means that we charge a percentage of the benefits that are recovered for our clients. Retaining a workers’ compensation attorney costs you nothing up front, and in the event that your case doesn’t result in a settlement

How long do I have to file a workers’ compensation claim? 

In Utah, you must report a workplace injury or illness to your employer within 180 days in order to be eligible for workers’ compensation benefits. If you fail to report the injury or illness within 180 days, you may be barred from receiving benefits.  In addition to reporting the injury

What should I do if my workers’ compensation claim is denied? 

If your workers’ compensation claim is denied, there are several steps you can take to appeal the decision and protect your rights:  Review the reasons for the denial: Read the notice of denial carefully to understand the reasons for the denial. This will help you identify any errors or misunderstandings

Can I sue my employer for a workplace injury? 

In most cases, you cannot sue your employer for a workplace injury or illness if you are covered by workers’ compensation. This is because workers’ compensation is a no-fault system that provides benefits to injured employees regardless of who was at fault for the injury or illness. In exchange for

Can I choose my own doctor for a workers’ compensation claim? 

In Utah, you have the right to choose your own doctor for a workers’ compensation claim, but there are some limitations and requirements.  When you report a workplace injury or illness, your employer or their insurance carrier may provide you with a list of designated healthcare providers. You may choose

What benefits are available under workers’ compensation? 

In Utah, workers’ compensation provides a range of benefits to employees who are injured or become ill as a result of their work. These benefits include:  1. Medical benefits: Workers’ compensation provides coverage for medical treatment related to your workplace injury or illness, including doctor’s visits, hospitalization, medication, physical therapy,

How do I report a workplace injury or illness? 

If you are injured or become ill as a result of your work, it is important to report the injury or illness to your employer as soon as possible. In Utah, you must report the injury or illness to your employer within 180 days in order to be eligible for

 What is workers’ compensation? 

 Workers’ compensation is a system of insurance that provides benefits to employees who are injured or become ill as a result of their work. Under workers’ compensation, employees are entitled to receive medical treatment and wage replacement benefits if they are unable to work due to a work-related injury or

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