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  "name": "Settled comp after ladder fall, later worse pain—reopen?",
  "description": "Reopen if worsens within time limit—don't finalize yet.",
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      "@type": "Question",
      "name": "Settled comp after ladder fall, later worse pain—reopen?",
      "acceptedAnswer": {
        "@type": "Answer",
        "text": "Reopen if worsens within time limit—don't finalize yet.",
        "description": "**Yes, within 5-8 years** if surgery/new worsening in Utah/Idaho.[1][6]\n\nMedical justification required.\n\n- New doctor opinion.\n- Avoid final settlements early.\n\nLawyers reserve reopen rights."
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