A catastrophic injury permanently prevents a person from performing any gainful work. A person suffering from a catastrophic injury is usually left with permanent disabilities for the rest of his/her life. Catastrophic injuries are of such a nature that they leave serious, long-term effects on the victim. They commonly result…
The functional capacity expert is the next expert. Usually this is a physical therapist that will put you through various tests to determine your work ability and restrictions. As with the case of the physicians, often there will be a functional capacity evaluation on your side and on the insurance…
The weather is warming up and by the end of this month will likely reach over 80 degrees. With warm weather comes the use of numerous types of motorcycles and other such open vehicles. Unfortunately, drivers do not watch for these types of vehicles the way they should. However, with…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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.…
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…
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…