At Petersen, Parkinson, and Arnold, Brad Parkinson is our Social Security Disability Specialist, with over 27 years of experience. No matter where you are currently at in the application or appeal process, Brad will consider your case with a no-cost consultation. He recognizes that for many, disability benefits are essential to survival, and takes the
Learn MoreAccidents can happen at any time, even in the most careful of workplaces, and when they do, the impact on your life can be significant. If you’ve been injured or fallen ill at work in Idaho, you may be concerned about how you’ll manage your finances without a regular paycheck on top of the stress
Learn MoreAsk an Attorney About Working with Insurance Companies Accidents happen, and when they do, it can be overwhelming to deal with the aftermath. If you’ve been injured and your case is going through an insurance company, you might be wondering if hiring a lawyer is necessary. The short answer: yes. Hiring an attorney can make
Learn MoreWith over 120 years of collective experience, our attorney team at Petersen, Parkinson, and Arnold has identified three roadblocks along a claim journey that often lead people to seek our help. While every case is unique to the individual, help from an attorney can make all the difference in most cases. Roadblock 1: Frustration with
Learn More[Drumroll please….] Doug Emery! With his extensive background in criminal defense Doug’s background as a prosecutor helps people find justice. Having Doug join the ranks of Petersen, Parkinson & Arnold, Accident and Injury Attorneys this year will have an immeasurable yet profound impact; adding another layer of depth and expertise in our role as Idaho’s
Learn MoreTLDR: While the commercials of many of the motor vehicle insurance companies are funny, it is not funny when you are injured and underinsured. Here’s the deal: just because you have the minimum insurance required by law, does not mean that you have sufficient coverage to protect yourself in the event that you are in
Learn MoreSo you’re injured. Your next question is probably if and how quitting your job will affect your entitlement to workers’ compensation benefits and ultimate recovery. The answer to that question is two-fold – it does not affect your entitlement to MEDICAL benefits; however, it can severely limit or even prevent recovery of certain MONETARY benefits.
Learn MoreYou can read about it more here, but Attorney Matt Vook has experience working on all sides of the insurance law industry. One notable position was his time working for an insurance company doing insurance defense work. For several years, Matt spent his time in that arena, learning the ins and outs of insurance companies’
Learn MoreThe Bottom Line: The process by which a workers’ comp case in Idaho is handled can feel overwhelming and complicated if you aren’t familiar with the system; consequently, it is advisable to work with an experienced attorney in order to achieve the most advantageous outcome. Who’s Who? Idaho Industrial Commission: The state agency that oversees
Learn MoreIn case you missed Part 1, our very own Matt Vook has experience working on all sides of insurance law. He’s worked for the insurance companies, for the state insurance commission, and now represents you. Here are some additional observations/confessions of a former insurance defense attorney: Adjusters are people – and people make mistakes. The
Learn MoreThe short answer: Workers’ Compensation Law is the legal answer to protecting both employees who are injured at work and their employers. Prior to the institution of workers’ compensation protections, the legal process of employees suing their employers for damages related to work injuries wasn’t serving the best interest of employees or employers. Employees were
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