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It doesn’t happen often, but in the event of a workplace injury, there are people who will try to take more than their fair share or even try to deceive you into giving them more than they deserve. Fraud is bad for everyone and should be reported. Things like vague or inconsistent details about the incident, lack of witnesses or the employee making themselves hard to contact are some major red flags. You will need evidence that someone is abusing the system before taking action. When you have that, you can file a report, anonymously if you want. Learn more from the professionals at Fuhriman Insurance Agency, serving Boise, ID and surrounding areas.
Steps To Take
You can bring the information you have to the attention of your manager, workers’ comp policy administrator, Idaho Department of Labor or your insurance carrier. Leave the investigation to the professionals. The insurance carrier’s special investigative unit (SUI) can handle it. They will want the subject’s name and address, all pertinent details of the incident, noticed inconsistencies, statements from witnesses, video or photo evidence and any social media activity that contradicts the claim. Cooperate with the investigators. Do not terminate the employee or discipline them in any way until the investigation is complete. Consult your legal counsel before taking action to make sure that everything you’re doing is compliant with labor laws. Go through all the proper channels so that you may maintain the integrity of the workers’ compensation system for the benefit of honest workers.
The Fuhriman Insurance Agency Serves Boise, ID and Beyond
If you require assistance with workers’ comp insurance for your business, we here at the Fuhriman Insurance Agency, serving Boise, ID and surrounding areas, are happy to help.