Press Releases
Effective May 23, 2024, the Commission implemented an automated signature process that will reduce the processing time of most settlement agreements. Other than the exceptions noted below, draft dismissals are no longer required for settlement agreements or attorney charging liens. If a draft is included, the Commission will append the submitted documents with its standardized […]
The Idaho Industrial Commission is pleased to announce Governor Brad Little’s appointment of Claire Sharp as the new Attorney Commissioner. It is worth noting that Sharp is the first woman to be appointed to this position since Rachel Gilbert in 1995. Sharp earned her Juris Doctor from Brigham Young University in 2008 and has demonstrated […]
Effective September 6, 2023, the Idaho Industrial Commission has amended the Judicial Rules of Practice and Procedures (JRP) Rule to include the addition of Rule 22 – Idaho Code 72-433 Exams and Motions for Relief under Idaho Code 72-424 and 72-435, Appendix 8, and amended email filing address to efiling@iic.idaho.gov under Rule 8. The purpose […]
In response to questions regarding the interpretation of an in-state “office” or “offices” during the 67th Idaho Legislature, the Idaho Industrial Commission has issued an In-State Adjusting Requirements Policy Memorandum. This memorandum strives to provide clarification on Idaho Code 72-305 requirements for adjusters in the State of Idaho. To read this memo visit, https://iic.idaho.gov/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/In-State-Adjusting-Memo-February-2023-FINAL.pdf Further […]
Effective January 18, 2023, the Idaho Industrial Commission has amended Judicial Rules of Practice and Procedures (JRP) Rule 3E to accept electronic signatures on pleadings, motions, and other documents submitted to the Commission. This policy change is consistent with the practices utilized by the Idaho Supreme Court, regarding electronic signatures. To view the JRP in […]
Wednesday, the Idaho Industrial Commission, announced changes to the Judicial Rules of Practice and Procedure (JRP) necessary to implement the provisions of HB 590, signed by Governor Little on March 23, 2022. HB 590 amends the provisions of I.C. 72-404, and authorizes the settlement of Workers’ Compensation claims on the agreement of the parties alone. Effective July 1, 2022, most settlements will not require Commission approval.