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  • What is a tort?

    A tort is a civil wrong that results in damages or injuries. Based on our experience, when suing a governmental entity like the city or state, you must file a tort claim within 180 days of the accident/injury. To learn more, reach out to our accident attorneys in Nampa, ID.

  • Now that I have been hurt on the job, what payments can I expect?

    With a team of workers comp lawyers in Nampa, ID handling your case, you can expect payments for the effects of your injury. If the doctor takes you off work or puts you on light duty and you cannot work, then a check for two thirds of your gross wages should be paid to you every two weeks. If you are a high-wage earner, the checks may be less than two thirds due to a legal limit. Take a closer look at the types of checks you could get:


    Permanent Impairment Checks: Monthly checks when you return to work if you have a permanent injury. The number of months you receive checks depends on the severity of your injury.


    Vocational Rehabilitation/Disability: If you can’t return to your old job or type of work, then you are likely eligible to receive disability checks.

  • What if my employer refuses to report that I have been injured or threatens me if I turn in the claim?

    Contact an experienced attorney immediately to be advised of your rights. There may be time deadlines you are required to meet.


    According to the United States Bureau of Labor Statistics, in 2022, around 2.8 million nonfatal workplace injuries and illnesses were reported in private industry. If you've been hurt at work, don't wait to reach out to our team of workers comp lawyers in Nampa, ID.

  • The insurance company wants to tape-record a statement from me and they want me to sign papers. Should I cooperate?

    Remember, the insurance company’s primary goal is to not pay out money or to pay as little as possible. If you have been seriously injured, contact a team of accident attorneys in Nampa, ID. Call us for free advice about signing papers and whether to give a tape-recorded statement.

  • What is a statute of limitation?

    A statute of limitation is a rule establishing a time period within which a lawsuit must be brought. If a lawsuit is not brought within that time period, the right to sue is lost forever. The statute of limitations for a personal injury lawsuit is usually two years, according to our experience.


    Due to the statute of limitation laws, you must act quickly to ensure your legal rights are protected. If a government entity is a potential defendant, a tort claim must be filed, usually within 180 days of the accident, according to our experience. If the tort claim is not filed, you may lose your right to sue for recovery. There are extended times for filing that usually apply to children. Get in touch with our accident attorneys in Nampa, ID to learn more.

  • What is the Idaho Industrial Commission?

    Think of the Idaho Industrial Commission as the courthouse for injured workers. All work injuries must be reported by employers to the Industrial Commission. For more information about the Industrial Commission, you may view their website or contact them at (208) 334-6000 or (800) 950-2110.


    Reach out to our workers comp lawyers in Nampa, ID to start discussing your case with a legal team.

  • What will it cost to hire an attorney to help me in an injury case?

    A National Insurance Council study found injury victims with lawyers received 2.5 times more money in their pocket after attorney fees than people who did not hire a lawyer. Attorney fees are usually 33% of the funds recovered for the client in personal injury cases and usually 25% in workers’ compensation cases. At Skaug Law Idaho's Injury Lawyers, charges are settled at the end of your case. You only pay attorney fees when you win. Our clients rest easy knowing we are dealing with insurance companies, finding better medical care, meeting legal deadlines, submitting documents, and building a winning case. Call us today to hire one of our accident attorneys in Nampa, ID.

  • How do I choose the best lawyer for my situation?

    Experience, results, reputation, resources, and commitment are factors to look for in a team of accident attorneys in Nampa, ID. Our Nampa office has been serving the legal needs of injured people for 23 years. Our practice emphasizes personal injury, workers’ compensation, and wrongful death. We have recovered millions of dollars for our clients in settlements and verdicts. Our attorneys are licensed in Idaho, Oregon, Montana, and Arizona. We are members of the Idaho Trial Lawyers Association and The American Association for Justice. We have an A+ rating from the Better Business Bureau and are highly rated in online reviews. Don't wait to call us today to hire our team.

  • When should I call an attorney?

    You should talk with an attorney whenever you have suffered a physical injury caused by another person or you have suffered an injury at work. It costs nothing to consult one of our workers comp lawyers in Nampa, ID. Failing to consult with an attorney in an injury case could cost you a loss of money and loss of your rights as an injured person or worker. There is no charge to discuss your case with an attorney at our law firm.

  • What is a personal injury case?

    A personal injury case arises whenever one person injures another through negligence, recklessness, or simple stupidity. If you are injured by another person, you have a right to get money for your medical bills, wage loss, and misery caused by that person’s actions. To win in court, the injured person must prove that the wrongdoer was negligent or at fault. It is best to consult one of our accident attorneys in Nampa, ID if you have been seriously injured. Car wrecks, slip and fall accidents, toxic exposure, accidental death, dog bites, child abuse or injury, and battery are some examples of personal injury acts.

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