Idaho Law Blog
It seems spring as finally arrived and with hints of summer in air. Summer is a busy time for the industrial field. Many companies shutdown for a few weeks and bring on a small army of temps and contractors to get their facility back up and running smoothly. To all those welders, iron workers, fabricators, laborers and carpenters: be careful. Industrial construction can be a dangerous business. I have seen many clients get severely injured due to a industrial construction accidents. Often these injuries are quiet serious, so be cautious. Often companies have protection against accidents such as work permits, HASPs, training and lock out tag out procedures. These precautions can help protect you, but they won’t stop every accident. You are the best safety precaution. Be alert, pay attention and plan ahead, doing these, even with the simplest of tasks, can reduce the chance of injury.
Most contractors or subcontractors are required to carrier their own worker’s compensation insurance. Let’s say you get injured and the contractor you work for doesn’t carrier worker’s compensation insurance you still may be covered. Idaho code 72-216 states that the employer of the contractor or subcontractor, who has complied with Idaho worker’s compensation law, is liable for the compensation of an employee of that contractor or subcontractor. If you aren’t sure if the contractor you work for has insurance, ask them.
If you were injured and feel you aren’t getting fair compensation contact me. I can help you get fair compensation. I have been representing injured workers in Idaho for 28 years. I have the experience and knowledge to assist you in your claim. Idaho worker’s compensation claims can be tricky to navigate, don’t do it alone. Get the fair compensation you deserve.