Posts Tagged ‘workers compensation’
Independent Medical Evaluations
Independent Medical Evaluations – The Workers Compensation Act from time to time allows carriers to send injured workers to what they call independent medical evaluations. The requirement is usually that that doctor hasn’t treated you before and isn’t associated with the doctor who is currently treating you. Independent Medical Evaluations There’s no patient-physician privilege attached…
Read MoreGoing to the doctor after a work injury? – Part 2
Going to the doctor after a work injury? – When injured workers go to the doctor for the first time due to a work injury, they think they will see a kind doctor who will try to help them, but in reality, that doctor has been picked by the insurance company to give the minimum…
Read MoreFMLA and Work Injuries – WC & Other Laws! Part 1
FMLA and Work Injuries – Today we will discuss the interaction between Workers’ Compensation, a State Law, and the Family Medical Leave Act (FMLA), a Federal Law. When you are off work due to a Colorado work injury you have a right to lost wage benefits but what about your job? Is it protected? Can…
Read MoreFinal Admissions! Things That Happen at MMI
Final Admissions! Things That Happen at MMI – We are wrapping up our series about what happens when you reach MMI (Maximum Medical Improvement). We’ve talked about what happens when you’ve been given restrictions, an impairment rating, and when you get a recommendation for maintenance care. Now let’s discuss what happens next. Final Admissions! What…
Read MoreTime 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 MoreThings that Happen at MMI Maintenance Care
Things that Happen at MMI Maintenance Care – The doctors may tell you that you’re at MMI but you might still need medical care. We’ll discuss the two types of medical care and help you figure the next steps to take care of your work injury. Things that Happen at MMI Maintenance Care What is…
Read MoreCan You File a Workers Comp Claim if You Get COVID at Work?
Caught COVID at work? Can You File a Workers Comp Claim if You Get COVID at Work? – We’ll discuss four things you’ll need in order to prove your claim and inform you on whether or not your claim is worth pursuing. What happens if I’ve caught COVID from my workplace? We wanted to talk…
Read MoreWorkers Comp Settlement Conference – Getting the Best Settlement
Many injured workers find themselves going to a workers comp settlement conference and can find the whole process intimidating. Workers Comp Settlement Conference – Will you have to testify? What will the Judge do or order? Don’t worry! With an experienced lawyer you’ll be prepared and hopefully, come to an agreement you can accept. Does…
Read MoreWorkers Compensation and Death – Injury Unrelated to Work
Workers Compensation and Death – Injury Unrelated to Work – What happens to your benefits if you die during your Colorado work injury claim but it’s NOT due to your work injury? We discuss a few ways that an unrelated death might actually be related to a work injury and what benefits you may be…
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…
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