C V R
(801) 810-CVR1
EN ES
Home  ›  Utah Workers' Compensation  ›  Salt Lake City
📍 Serving Salt Lake City, Utah

Hurt at Work in Salt Lake City? Know What Your Case Is Worth.

Salt Lake County workers — from West Valley City and Sandy to Murray and South Jordan — get a free, accurate estimate of your Utah workers' compensation benefits in 5 minutes. Uses the same 2026 Utah Labor Commission rates the insurance carriers use. No credit card, no signup required.

Calculate My Case Value (Free) Worker Resources
66.67%
of Average Weekly Wage paid as TTD
312
Weeks of PPD benefits available
180 days
to report your injury (Utah deadline)
5 min
to estimate your case value

🏭 Common Workplace Injuries in Salt Lake City

Salt Lake City has a strong base in healthcare and biotech, finance and banking, tech and software, transportation and logistics, construction, mining and energy. The most common workers' compensation claims in Salt Lake County involve:

  • Construction injuries — falls, lifting injuries, struck-by accidents
  • Repetitive trauma — carpal tunnel, herniated discs, rotator cuff injuries
  • Vehicle accidents — for delivery drivers, trades workers, sales reps
  • Manufacturing injuries — machinery, chemical exposure, slip and fall
  • Healthcare worker injuries — patient handling, needlestick, exposure

⚖️ Where Utah Cases Are Heard

Workers' compensation claims in Utah are administered by the Utah Labor Commission, Industrial Accidents Division, not the regular state courts. The process is:

  • Step 1 — Notify employer within 180 days
  • Step 2 — Employer files a First Report of Injury
  • Step 3 — Insurance carrier accepts or denies
  • Step 4 — If denied, file Application for Hearing within 1 year
  • Step 5 — Mediation, then formal hearing if needed

Local court: Utah Labor Commission, Industrial Accidents Division (160 East 300 South, Salt Lake City) — the central authority for all Utah workers' comp claims.

Calculate Your Salt Lake City Workers' Comp Case

Built on the official 2026 Utah Labor Commission rates. Estimates TTD, PPD, PTD, medical, and travel reimbursement in 5 minutes. No credit card. No signup to see results.

Open the Free Calculator

What benefits is a Salt Lake City injured worker entitled to?

Under Utah Code Title 34A, Chapter 2, an injured worker may be entitled to four categories of benefits, depending on the case:

1. Lost Wage Benefits (TTD / TPD)

If your injury keeps you out of work, Utah pays Temporary Total Disability (TTD) at 66.67% of your Average Weekly Wage, capped at the State Average Weekly Wage. If you return to work but earn less because of restrictions, you may qualify for Temporary Partial Disability (TPD).

2. Permanent Partial Disability (PPD)

Once your condition stabilizes, your treating physician assigns an impairment rating. Utah PPD is calculated as: impairment % × 312 weeks × benefit rate. Most Salt Lake City cases settle here. The CVR calculator computes this automatically.

3. Medical Benefits

Workers' compensation pays 100% of authorized medical care related to the injury — no deductibles, no copays. This includes doctor visits, surgery, physical therapy, prescriptions, and prosthetics. You also get reimbursed for medical mileage.

4. Permanent Total Disability (PTD)

If you cannot return to any work due to the injury, you may qualify for PTD — weekly benefits paid for life. Utah law also has statutory PTD for permanent loss of both hands, both eyes, both legs, or any combination thereof.

Workers' Comp Questions from Salt Lake City Workers

Three things: (1) Seek medical care right away — make sure the doctor documents that the injury happened at work. (2) Report to your employer in writing within 180 days. (3) Calculate what your case is worth using our free tool before the insurance company offers you a settlement.

Construction is one of the highest-risk industries in Utah. Falls, struck-by accidents, lifting injuries, and equipment-related injuries are the most common claims. If you were hurt on a Salt Lake County job site, you're entitled to TTD (lost wages), medical, and likely a PPD rating. Use the CVR calculator to estimate what your specific injury is worth.

The Utah Labor Commission, Industrial Accidents Division is at 160 East 300 South, Salt Lake City, UT 84111. Phone: (801) 530-6800. They administer all workers' comp claims for the state, including hearings, mediation, and settlement approvals.

The maximum benefit is tied to the State Average Weekly Wage (SAWW) in effect on your date of injury. As of July 1, 2025, the SAWW is approximately $1,014/week, and the TTD/PPD weekly maximum is set by the Utah Labor Commission. The CVR calculator applies the correct year-of-injury rate automatically.

Not always — but Salt Lake County has more denied claims and complex cases than rural areas. If your insurer is offering significantly less than the CVR calculator estimate, an attorney usually recovers more than their 25% cap fee. Most Utah workers' comp attorneys offer free consultations.

Simple cases (no impairment, employer cooperative) settle in 3–6 months. Cases with PPD ratings: 6–12 months. Denied claims that go through the Industrial Accidents Division hearing process: 12–24 months. The CVR calculator gives you the numbers immediately so you don't have to guess.

Other Utah Cities We Serve

CVR works for injured workers across all of Utah. Browse our city resource pages:

Provo Orem Lehi Sandy West Valley City West Jordan South Jordan Murray Ogden Layton St. George Logan Park City Cedar City Bountiful All of Utah →

Ready to find out what your case is worth?

5 minutes. Free. No credit card. No signup to start.

Calculate My Case Value

Disclaimer: CVR provides estimates based on Utah statutory formulas and is not legal advice. Results vary based on individual circumstances. Consult a licensed Utah workers' compensation attorney for guidance specific to your case.