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Time in Workers Compensation – Part 2
Time in Workers Compensation – We’re continuing our discussion about how long these take in the legal system when it comes to Colorado work injuries! Making a “claim” for an injury is different and legally distinct from giving “notice” of your serious on-the-job injury. Know the difference and know how great lawyers can help you.…
Read MoreTime! Do I Really Have to Give Written Notice of my Injury in Four Days?
Do I Really Have to Give Written Notice of my Injury in Four Days? – Often our clients have questions like “How long can I wait to report my injury?” “How long will my case last?” “How long does the insurance company have to do this?” “Is there a time limit?” With all these questions,…
Read MoreThings that Happen at MMI: Impairment Ratings
Things that Happen at MMI: Impairment Ratings – When your doctor tells you “This is as good as it’s going to get” regarding your work injury, you’re considered at Maximum Medical Improvement. At that point you’re going to get an impairment rating, but what is that and how can it benefit you? It can get…
Read More¡Si tiene una lesión en el hombro o en la pierna, lea esto!
¿Qué necesita saber si se lastima un brazo o una pierna en el trabajo? Lesión en el hombro o la pierna – En muchos casos, los médicos recurren a la normalización contralateral al evaluar a trabajadores que se lesionan alguna parte del cuerpo en el trabajo, especialmente brazos y piernas, pero también hombros, rodillas, codos…
Read MoreWhat if You Die Due to Work Injury? Your Family’s Rights
Workers Compensation – What Are Your Family’s Rights if You Die Due to Work Injury? – We help families who have lost parents or spouses to a fatal work injury. Workers Compensation provides basic benefits to these families. We are here to make sure you get the full amount the law entitles to you. What…
Read MoreWhat Happens if You Get Injured Working at Home?
What happens if you get injured working at home? – With the growing number of people working from home due to COVID-19, we’ve been asked frequently, “What happens if you get injured while working at home?” What happens if you get injured working at home? Workers compensation questions like these hinge on the details so allow…
Read MoreWorkers Comp Claim and Divorce – Important Items to Consider
It’s bad enough to get injured! But what happens if you get divorced while having a work-related injury? Get informed on what you can do in your situation. Workers Comp Claim and Divorce – Too many of our clients get divorced while they’ve been injured on the job Years ago, I had a client who…
Read MoreHow We’re Working Hard and Safe for You During COVID-19
How We’re Working Hard and Safe for You During COVID-19 – Our firm is working hard to keep our team as well as current and prospective clients safe during the COVID-19 pandemic. Since March 15, 2020, we have sent about 80% of our team home where they have been working exclusively. We do, however, have…
Read MoreTips for Successful Court Hearings by Video during COIVD19
Tips for Successful Court Hearings by Video during COIVD19 – This blog addresses some of the things that are happening in workers’ compensation, particularly workers’ compensation hearings, which are no longer being held in person during the pandemic. All workers’ compensation hearings are being held by telephone conference or internet video conference. The Current Process…
Read MoreCoronavirus and Worker’s Compensation – What if I get Infected at Work?
Coronavirus and Worker’s Compensation – There’s no question the thing on everybody’s mind lately is, of course, the coronavirus. It’s unavoidable. It leads every headline and opening monologue. And, as I’m writing these words, there are two confirmed cases in our great state of Colorado. So with that in mind, let’s talk a bit about…
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