Aug 22, 2014 | WC & Other Laws
Many types of mold are hidden behind paint or walls. They can be inhaled even if they are covered. Mold is simply a member of the fungus family that grows spores. These spores can produce toxins that can cause health and breathing problems. Symptoms may not be clear...
Aug 21, 2014 | WC & Other Laws
Carrier is able to question generic referrals without incurring risk of penalties. Colorado Workers’ Compensation Law prohibits employers, claimants, and insurers from dictating medical care. Employers, insurers, claimants, or their representatives shall not...
Aug 21, 2014 | WC & Other Laws
Claimant failed to respond to Respondents’ motion for summary judgement. When it was granted she appealed, and alleged a number of factual allegations and documents. The The Industrial Claims Appeals Panel (ICAO) did not consider them. Parties are expected to...
Aug 21, 2014 | WC & Other Laws
ICAO to Workers’ Compensation Bar: “Transcripts? We don’t need no stinking transcripts!” In case you needed another reason to independently record workers’ compensation hearings (after asking permission of course) the Industrial Claims Appeals Panel (ICAO) found that...
Aug 21, 2014 | WC & Other Laws
When Doctor Henry Roth performed a record review of Sally Luke’s case, he did not simultaneously send a copy of his report to her as is required of physicians who examine injured workers. CRS §8-43-404(2). The claimant sought to bar Dr. Roth’s report at hearing, and...
