$(document).scroll is not firing in IE8 only

I have a site running some javascript. In IE8 only, the $(document).scroll is not firing when you scroll with or without the mousewheel. Code snippet below:

$(document).scroll(function () {
        //do something on scroll
      });

Is there a specific reason this function won't fire in IE8? I have searched online with no success.

Thanks for all advice and tips in advance!!!!!