If you were forced to take time off work because of a work injury and your employer says, “Just use your vacation time.” Do you have to do that? Does it still count as a wage loss even though you used PTO? We’re here to provide you with the answers. Should...
(This post was updated 10/1/2026) Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and work-related mental health conditions are increasingly recognized, yet navigating them within the Colorado workers’ compensation system remains complex. At Kaplan Morrell, we frequently help...
If you have suffered an injury while on the job, do not panic. As long as you and your Denver workers’ comp lawyer can prove that there is a causal relationship between your workplace activities and your injury, your claim will likely be approved. Let’s...
Greeley workers’ compensation lawyers and Denver workers’ compensation lawyers will tell you many states have a loose definition of what kinds of activities are conceivably within an employee’s job responsibilities. While workers can only receive benefits when they’re...
Temporary and seasonal work is a vital part of Colorado’s economy. Every year, thousands of workers take on short-term positions in industries like agriculture, retail, hospitality, construction, and tourism. Whether it’s harvesting crops, working holiday retail, or...
There are two kinds of injuries you can incur while working. The first one may develop for a prolonged period of time. Suppose you work at an office and you felt that your lower back has been killing you for some time now. You can’t tolerate the pain any longer. You...
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