When Will My Benefits Begin And How Much Will They Be?

Other Utah Workers' Compensation FAQs

• Q: How Long After An Injury Do I Have To Report It To My Employer?
  A: You should always report any work related injury immediately to your employer. However, a worker has up to 180 days to report an injury or work related illness. You … More
• Q: How Do I Know If My Employer Is Covered By Workers' Compensation?
  A: All employers are required to have workers` compensation insurance except for the following employer/employee work situations: some employers of agricultural laborers, … More
• Q: What Workers' Compensation Benefits Am I Entitled To?
  A: You may be entitled to receive all reasonable and necessary medical treatment, benefits for lost wages, benefits for specific injuries resulting in permanent … More
• Q: If I Am Injured On The Job Can I Choose The Doctor Who Treats Me?
  A: The insurance carrier or employer has the right to designate a preferred medical provider. You are required to first seek medical treatment from the preferred … More
• Q: If I Am Unable To Return To The Type Of Work I Did Before I Was Injured, What Happens?
  A: Your employer is not responsible for providing you a new job. However, if an employer has a vacant light duty position which an injured worker is qualified, it may be … More
• Q: My Employer Has Denied My Claim, What Do I Do?
  A: 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 … More