{ "@context": "https://schema.org", "@type": "FAQPage", "name": "Working construction in West Valley City, sudden loud bang hurt ears—comp eligible?", "description": "Yes—accidents have clear filing path.[2][5]", "url": "https://justworkcomplaw.com//faq/general-working-construction-in-west-valley-city-sudden-loud-bang-hurt-ears-comp-eligibl-214", "mainEntity": [ { "@type": "Question", "name": "Working construction in West Valley City, sudden loud bang hurt ears—comp eligible?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "Yes—accidents have clear filing path.[2][5]", "description": "Yes, acute incidents qualify as accidents under workers' comp, unlike gradual loss.[2][5] File within 1 year.[2] Key factors: Witness bang event, immediate symptoms, audiogram confirms.[5] Report to employer same day, seek medical care.[4] Lawyer handles if disputed as cumulative.[5]" } } ] }