Dec 18, 2024 | WC & Other Laws
Are Assaults at Work Covered? – In Colorado, assaults may be covered by Workers’ Compensation if they’re considered work-related; however, whether they’re considered work-related can depend on the specific circumstances behind the assault. What a judge will need...
Oct 24, 2024 | Employment Concerns, WC & Other Laws
Can you sue your employer for a work injury? – In general, if your employer has Workers’ Compensation insurance you can’t sue them. This is because the system covers all on-the-job injuries even if the employee was at fault. Additionally, the employers get...
Oct 17, 2024 | Employment Concerns
Can I be fired while on Workers’ Compensation? – You can be fired after a work injury, but there are a lot of limitations depending on why your employer wants to fire you. I can no longer do my job Just like if you would want to leave your job if your boss...
Oct 10, 2024 | En Español
¿Te atacaron en el trabajo? – En Colorado, los ataques, las peleas, los asaltos físicos, podrían estar cubiertos por Compensación al Trabajador, pero depende de las circunstancias específicas de cada caso. Lo que el juez querrá ver es si el ataque tuvo relación...
Oct 3, 2024 | Compensability
Medical Set Aside Account (MSA) – Part of your compensation for a work injury is medical care. With serious injuries, you might need medical care long into the future after settlement. So, we need to make sure the settlement includes potential future medical...
