House Passes Bill to Create Penalties for Employers That Interfere With Claims

The Utah House of Representatives passed a bill that would authorize a $5,000 fine for employers that interfere with an employee’s ability to file a workers’ compensation claim or retaliate against those who file claims. The House on Thursday voted 65-0 to pass HB 288, by Rep. Ken Ivory, R-West Jordan, that would prohibit employers from intentionally impeding a worker’s efforts to file a claim for workers’ compensation benefits. The bill would also prohibit businesses from suspending, firing or disciplining workers who have filed a claim. Businesses that harass wo...