Often in worker’s compensation cases there are three common experts that are used. The physician, functional capacity expert and a vocational expert. These three experts give valuable and important opinions on your case, which is why you will most likely see each one of these experts for both sides. The…
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Top 3 Symptoms of a Herniated Disc
A herniated disc (also referred to as a slipped disc) can occur in people of any age, although most people who receive herniated discs are in their 30’s and 40s’s. A herniated disc can be caused from daily wear and tear, however, it is also a common injury caused in…
The 10 minute expert!
By Fred Lewis and Mckaid Sheppard Everyone likes to be knowledgeable about a subject. Ignorance is not bliss, sometimes self-education can make you over confident. I have had a few potential clients ask me questions, glean information about workers compensation law, and then never come back. They have become the…
Listen to your experienced Idaho worker’s compensation lawyer
By Fred J. Lewis and Jacey Erickson Following the council of your experienced Idaho worker’s compensation lawyer is absolutely crucial in having a positive outcome in your worker’s compensation claim. It may be the case that your attorney will advise you to take an offered settlement. This is very wise…
Make sure there are no gaps in your medical treatment
By Fred J. Lewis and Jacey Erickson Consistent medical treatment is an essential is critical to the success of your worker’s compensation case. Claimants (injured workers filing a worker’s compensation claim) who do not have continuous treatment for their injuries are most likely to lose their Idaho worker’s compensation case.…
Disproportional pain and injury
Sometimes the pain and disability associated with traumatic personal injury seems out of proportion to the trauma that caused it. A minor accident may cause a significant disability. In Idaho and every state, a person who negligently or intentionally causes personal injury is liable for all of the damages that…
The Do’s and Don’ts of Idaho Workers’ Compensation
By Fred J. Lewis and Mckaid Sheppard Just like with everything in life there are things that you should do and things you shouldn’t do, and workers’ compensation is no exception. There are things you can do that can either stream line your claim to favorable settlement or can send…
Idaho Products Liability
When a person is injured by a product in Idaho, it is imperative to get help from a seasoned products liability lawyer. The rules are complicated and the law is unforgiving. This article will explain some of the basics of Idaho products liability law. First, there are various claims that…
How do I choose my Idaho Worker’s Compensation Attorney?
There are thousands of Idaho attorneys you can chose from, choosing one to represent you in your Idaho Worker’s Compensation claim can be difficult. I would like to give you some pointers in picking the right attorney. First look at their practice areas. Some attorneys get there hands into everything,…
STOP!! Don’t Settle Your Idaho Worker’s Compensation Claim For Less
I would like to address a scenario that happens frequently in the world of Idaho workers compensation. If you are involved in a work related injury, many insurance companies will try and settle with you for some minuscule amount of money. This is a tactic they use to save them…