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My Employer Has Denied My Claim, What Do I Do?

Nearly all workers` compensation claims in Utah are settled to the satisfaction of the employee, employer and workers` compensation carrier. In a few cases, an employee is dissatisfied and decides to contest the decision of the workers` compensation insurance carrier. If the employee decides to do this, the employee can challenge the decision by applying for a hearing with the Adjudication Division of the Labor Commission.

Upon receiving your Application for Hearing and supporting documents, the Adjudication Division will send a copy of the application and documents to the employer`s insurance carrier or to the employer directly if the employer is either selfinsured or uninsured. The carrier or employer has 30 days to answer your claim. The Adjudication Division will review the response to the claim and schedule a PreHearing if there is an indication that the case could be solved quickly. If not, a full Evidentiary Hearing will be scheduled. Due to the Division`s heavy caseload, either hearing may not take place for as long as 45 months.

If you have been denied benefits, or have a claim pending with the Labor Commission and are interested in participating in a Claims Resolution Conference, which may speed up a settlement, you can contact the Labor Commission at the address or phone number below.

Mailing Address: P.O. Box 146610, Salt Lake City, UT, 841146610
Street Address: 160 East 300 South, 3rd Floor, Salt Lake City, UT 84111
8015306800 or toll free (800)5305090

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Denial of Benefits and Appeals
Employer Responsibilities
Work Injury
Worker Compensation Board
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